Calculating Tips (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Quizzes
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What does BODMAS stand for?
What does BODMAS stand for?
Brackets, Other, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction
In BODMAS, which operation should you do first?
In BODMAS, which operation should you do first?
Brackets
What do 'Other' operations include in BODMAS?
What do 'Other' operations include in BODMAS?
Squaring and square roots
What do fractions have around the numerator and denominator?
What do fractions have around the numerator and denominator?
Invisible brackets
Using BODMAS, what is ?
Using BODMAS, what is ?
-3
What is the first step in tackling word problems?
What is the first step in tackling word problems?
Read carefully to identify the concept needed
What does 'depreciation' mean in a word problem?
What does 'depreciation' mean in a word problem?
Percentage decrease
A motorbike cost £6300 and depreciated 45%. What is its current value?
A motorbike cost £6300 and depreciated 45%. What is its current value?
£3465
What does the reciprocal button () on a calculator do?
What does the reciprocal button () on a calculator do?
Calculates 1 divided by your number
Why do complex expressions need brackets on calculators?
Why do complex expressions need brackets on calculators?
Calculators interpret input literally