If you’re planning to start A Level Maths in September, a bit of preparation over the summer can ensure you get off to a really good start. There are a few topics from GCSE that are really useful to know well before you start your A Level course. Numbers and Indices Fractions § Adding fractions […]
Square Numbers and Square Roots
What is a square number? A square number is an integer that is a perfect square of another integer. In plain English, if you multiply a whole number by itself, the result is a square number, for example 5 x 5 = 25, so 25 is a square number. Square numbers are very useful, and […]
Probability tree diagrams
4 Rules for working with probability tree diagrams: Multiply the numbers along the branches to get the end results The numbers on any set of branches which all meet together at a point must always add up to 1 Check probability tree diagrams are correct by making sure that the end results add up […]
Simultaneous Equations
Simultaneous equations A pair of linked equations with unknown numbers represented by the same two letters in each equation. Example 2x + 3y = 11 5x + 2y = 18 To solve a pair of simultaneous equations, find the values for the unknowns that fit both equations. Simultaneous equations can be solved graphically or algebraically. […]
C2 – Exponentials and Logarithms
Key Facts: The functions y = ax or f(x) = ax where a is a constant, are exponential functions ax = n means that logan = x where a is called the base of the logarithm loga1 = 0 Any number to the power 0 is 1, x0 = 1 or a0 = 1 logaa […]
Half-Term Revision Sessions
You might not have thought about having individual tuition before, but half-term revision sessions are an ideal opportunity to try it out and see whether it suits you. If you live in the Witney area, I am currently taking bookings for GCSE revision lessons. It doesn’t matter whether you are aiming for an A* or […]