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The difference between two positive numbers is 50. The second number is 50 % smaller than the first one. What are the two numbers?

Let's call the numbers we are looking for a and b. From the question: a-b = 50 and b is 50% of a, which means that b = (50/100)a=0.5 a. Substituting this form of b in the first equation, we obtain: a-...

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Answered by Andreea C. Maths tutor
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How do I pick my EPQ topic?

This can be quite daunting and hard as it feels like a big task, especially if you are going to be writing 5,000 words on it!! When I did mine, I found it helpful to write down a list (or do a mind map) o...


How can I critically evaluate a study?

To critically evaluate a study at A-level, I recommend following the ‘GRAVE’ method: Generalisability - how generalisable is the sample to the wider population? Is the sample size large o...

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Answered by Ellie P. Psychology tutor
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Compare and contrast eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.

Tip: when answering ‘compare and contrast’ questions, use keywords such as ‘whereas’, ‘in contrast to’, ‘similarly’ and ‘comparatively’.Eukaryotic cells are plant and animals cells, whereas prokaryotic ce...

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Answered by Ellie P. Biology tutor
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What is the difference between the verbs 'ser' and 'estar' (meaning 'to be' in English)?

Both of these verbs are irregular, and mean 'to be', but for different situations.Ser is used when talking about permanent, or lasting attributes, the essential essence of something. A helpful acronym to ...

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Answered by Angharad M. Spanish tutor
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