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How do I expand brackets by multiplication?

It's worth remembering FOIL: First, Outside, Inside, Last.Say we have the following: (a+b)(c+d), where a,b,c and d are positive integers. Using FOIL, we have: (First) + (Outside) + (Inside) + (Last) ac + ad ...
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What should I do if I re-read my last paragraph and realise I have moved 'off topic' from the original question?

This is a very common occurence, one which can be rectified relatively easily as long as you realise before the end of the paper. In such cases re-reading the paragraph you have just written can actually tri...
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What are the 'push' and 'pull' factors in migration?

'push' and 'pull' factors are a key and simple way to explain migration , and is something studied at both GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level, and even potentially at university. Simply put, a 'push' factor is somethin...
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Explain the physical properties of metals

Metals have a number of physical properties which make them useful to us in society, and which you will be familiar with from everyday experience. By considering the structure and bonding of metals which you...
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How does a mass spectrometer work?

A mass spectrometer is an important analytical instrument which scientists can use to identify the amount and type of different chemicals in a substance. In this explanation I’ll go through how the mass spec...
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