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Show that (1 - cos(2x)) / (1 + cos(2x)) = sec^2(x) - 1

First, take the side of the equation that looks most complicated because it often needs simplifying. This is the LHS in this case. The LHS has cos(2x) twice - therefore the double angle formula probably a...

Answered by Louis G. Maths tutor
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Integrate 5(x + 2)/(x + 1)(x + 6) with respect to x

This term cannot be integrated in the form that it is in. We will have to do some algebraic manipulation to rewrite it. The term can be split into partial fractions because the denominator of the term has...

Answered by Lata P. Maths tutor
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Find the stationary point of the curve y = -2x^2 + 4x.

Firstly, since we have a negative coefficient of x^2, we know we are looking for a maximum point. It is also always helpful to draw a sketch so you know what's going on. Whiteboard sketch. Now to...

Answered by Luke J. Maths tutor
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The Curve C has equation y = 3x^4 - 8x^3 - 3. Find dy/dx.

The question is asking us to differentiate the equation y = 3x^4 - 8x^3 - 3. To differentiate this equation, we must differentiate term-by-term. In order to differentiate a term, we must multiply the coef...

Answered by Dharmik C. Maths tutor
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Proof by Induction - "What's the point if we already know the answer?"

I'll try to use carefully chosen examples to explain the advantages/disadvantages of induction as a method of proof. My answer will go roughly as follows:
Advantages: Sometimes the only

Answered by Ruben H. Maths tutor
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