In the previous blog, I explained the difference between simple and compound interest. In this blog, I will show you how to make use of multipliers to answer compound interest questions efficiently. I will also introduce the concept of depreciation and show how you can use multipliers to answer those… Continue reading How to use multipliers
In both the foundation and higher tiers of GCSE maths, interest questions come up fairly regularly. You will need to be able to apply two different types of interest – compound and simple. In this blog I will explain the difference between the two methods by way of an example.… Continue reading The difference between simple and compound interest
In the previous blog, in which I calculated the arc length of the Clifton Suspension Bridge, there were multiple steps to solving the problem. We had to calculate the radius of the sector. Then, we used this radius to calculate the angle of the sector. Then we had to use… Continue reading Rounding errors
We’re now fully in exam season. I hope your revision is going well. In this blog, I will explain 5 of the most common mistakes I’ve seen in foundation tier GCSE maths. I will explain why people get it wrong so often, how you avoid this and what the correct… Continue reading 5 common mistakes in foundation GCSE maths – don’t make these!
Comparing fractions can sometimes be really easy. Take for example these two fractions – which one is larger? Example 1 It’s obvious that the fraction on the left is larger than the fraction on the right, isn’t it? Because 4 is bigger than 3. Take a look at the diagrams… Continue reading A guide to comparing fractions
