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Why can we approximate sin (x) as x? Over what range is the approximation valid? Does it also work in degrees?

Traditionally, we might think of sin(x) as the ratio of the opposite side to the hypotenuse in a right angled triangle of angle x. We therefore draw a diagram of the right angled triangl...

KF
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What kind of things do Oxbridge music admissions tutors look for in a candidate?

Basically, at undergraduate level, the most important thing is to be critical of received knowledge. It's this knack for critical thinking that tutors are really looking for. For example, this could mean ...

GN
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What is a biology interview at Oxford like?

It's not as scary as it seems! It's a good idea to look through your personal statement and make sure that you can talk well about anything you've mentioned in it, but don't be surprised if they don't ask...

PT
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How can I demonstrate my knowledge of current affairs at interview?

It is very important to have a general idea of what is going on in the world prior to your interview, and a good place to start is by reading the news daily. It doesn't have to be for long, provided you a...

KZ
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Does it matter which college I apply to?

The short answer is no, not really. 

Each colllege is different - the number of students in each year group, whether it's old or new, whether it's central or slightly outside of town.

But th...

CV
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