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The ratio of Adam's age to Bob's age is 1:2. In 12 years time, the ratio of their ages will be 3:5. Calculate their current ages.

Now: In 12 years:A:B A:B1:2x:2x x+12:2x+12 = 3:5
x+12 = 2x+123 55(x+12) = 3(2x+12)5x + 60 = 6x + 36x = 24
A:B Adam = 24, Bob = 48x:2x24:2(24)24:48

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Find the binomial expansion of (-8+4x)^(2/3) up to and including the term in x^2.

The formula booklet is useful for this type of question, but only once we've rearranged the expression into the correct form. The formula booklet expression is: (1 + z)^n = 1 + nz + 0.5n*(n-1)

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Simplify: 2x + 6y + 2y - x

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How does the ELAT differ from a normal A' level essay and what are the best ways to prepare?

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