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C1 - Simplifying a fraction that has a root on the denominator

(7+√5)/(√5-1) In this example we are given (√5-1) as our denominator, and we want to simplify this complex fraction into the form a + b√5. In order to do this our first step is to elimate the denominator. To...
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How should I structure my essay?

Your essay should consist of an introduction , three (or four) pragraphs of analysis , and a conclusion . In your introduction , you should present your thesis statement (what the essay is about/arguing) and...
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How do I expand out a pair of brackets?

Expanding something out like (x+2)(x+3) crops up everywhere in maths. Therefore it's a very important skill to develop.There are many different ways of looking at it - smily faces, rainbows, claws - to name ...
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How do I simplify surds?

Easy! We first consider which number is in the square root. Then we look at it's factors:- if any of factors are square we can immediately take their root out of the overall square root. Once all the square ...
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How do the hydrophobic and hydrophilic properties of phospholipids help maintain the structure of cell membranes?

The cell membrane is comprised of molecules with a phosphate head and hydrocarbon tail. The phosphate heads are polar, therfore they are hydrophilic and form favourable interactions with water, so line the o...
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