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A curve has the equation y=12+3x^4. Find dy/dx.

Bring the power down and multiply it to the value directly before x, and then remove 1 from the power after this. So in this instance 12 has no x or power with it, therefore it disappears because you multipl...
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Sam and Jack share out £80 in the ratio 5:3, in that order. How much do they each get?

First, you add the 5+3 to get 8. Now you know there are 8 'portions' of the £80 needed to be shared out. So £80/8 is 10. Sam needs 5 portions so 5x10=50 and Jack needs 3 portions so 3x£10 is £30.
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How can I ensure my essay is focussed and avoid 'waffling'?

The approach that I took throughout my GCSEs was P.E.E - point, evidence, explain. 1) Decide the point you are making and summarise this. 2) Find evidence to support your point in the text - your answer must...
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How can I fully understand GCSE grammar concepts?

The best way to understand new grammar concepts such as tenses, is to put them into practice. I can make personalised worksheets to focus on what you believe are your weaknesses, so that you can practice and...
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How can I boost my essay mark?

An easy way to this is by adding connectives to your work which will make you expand upon your ideas. For example, the use of 'por lo tanto-therefore and 'además- also', these terms will make your essay flow...
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