
Exponential and logarithmic functions
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Blood buffers
Investigate the mathematics behind blood buffers and derive the form of a titration curve. -
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Harmonically
Is it true that a large integer m can be taken such that: 1 + 1/2 + 1/3 + ... +1/m > 100 ? -
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The legacy
Your school has been left a million pounds in the will of an ex- pupil. What model of investment and spending would you use in order to ensure the best return on the money? -
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Equation attack
The equation a^x + b^x = 1 can be solved algebraically in special cases but in general it can only be solved by numerical methods. -
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Dating made easier
If a sum invested gains 10% each year how long before it has doubled its value?