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What Is the Area of the Circle Inside the Square? - Tricky Geometry Problem
Can you solve this tricky geometry problem? We are given a square with sides of 2cm. Inside that square in one corner is a smaller square with sides of 1cm, and in the opposite corner is a circle just touching the corner of the small square. What is the area of the circle?
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How Long Will It Take for My Money to Double? - Rule of 72
You have a lump sum of money that you want to invest, and are wondering how long it will take for your money to double. In this article we are going to look at how to calculate the exact answer, and discover a simple method for quickly estimating our answer.
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How To Freeze Rows and Columns in Microsoft Excel
How do we stop rows or columns from moving in Microsoft Excel when scrolling through data? Read on to find out.
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Gareth Southgate - Has He Been a Success as England Manager?
Gareth Southgate has led England through a period of relative success, while just falling short of winning that all elusive first trophy since 1966. Some people see this as success, others see this as a failure. In this article we will look at reasons why Southgate's tenure should be celebrated.
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How to Estimate Pi Using Hexagons - GCSE Maths
Find out how to estimate the value of pi using the circumference of a circle and the perimeters of two regular hexagons.
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How to Win a Game of 21
Is there a strategy for always winning a game of 21? It turns out that there is, but what is it and does it matter whether you go first or second? Find out the answers here.
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Is There a Biggest Prime Number or Do They Continue Infinitely?
Is there a largest prime number, or are there infinitely many primes? We're going to take a look at what prime numbers are and whether a largest one exists or not.
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How to Measure the Height of a Tall Building or Mountain
Find out how to measure the height of a tall structure, mountain or any other high object without having to climb it with a tape measure. All of this using the power of mathematics.
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How to Multiply Decimal Numbers Without a Calculator
Find out how to multiply decimal numbers by whole numbers and by other decimals in this quick maths how-to article.
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How To Find 3^9 Without Using a Calculator - Number Problems
How can we find the value of 3^9 without using a calculator or even a written method? Find out how in this quick maths article.
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What Is Pi? A Short History of This Incredible Number
What is pi, how was it calculated and what are some uses for this incredible number? Find out the answers to these and more in this article on the history of pi.
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How To Solve the GCSE Maths Question That's Leaving Parents Stumped
This GCSE maths question has been leaving parents baffled, so we're going to have a look at how to answer it here.
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What Is the Unexpected Hanging Paradox?
The unexpected hanging paradox (also known as the surprise test paradox) is a problem involving expectations of the timing of a future event, which lead to a rather surprising paradox. Read on to find out more.
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What Is the Base Rate Fallacy? Examples of Probability Problems
If a test for a disease comes back positive, what is the actual probability of you being infected? It's often different from what you may think because of a thing called the Base rate fallacy. Find out how this works in this quick maths article.
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Espresso Drinks Menu: A Quick Beginner's Guide
Have you ever been confused by the sheer amount of choice on a coffee shop menu? What is the difference between a flat white and an Americano with milk? Learn this and more in this quick guide.
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How to Integrate 1/(e^x + e^-x) With Respect to x
Find out how to integrate 1/(e^x + e^-x) with respect to x in this quick how-to maths article.
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How Do You Write 1999 in Roman Numerals?
Roman numerals are still used a surprising amount and most people are comfortable with the basics, but what about writing a large number like 1999 in numerals? Find out how we do this in this quick article.
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5 Shortest Serving British Prime Ministers
Liz Truss resigned as the Prime Minister of the UK after only 55 days in office, but is she the shortest serving of all? This article covers British Prime Ministers that served the shortest time.
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How to Make a Mathematical Paper Snowflake (Christmas Crafts)
Make a symmetrical Christmas snowflake using just paper, pencil, a pair of compasses, scissors and a straight edge with these quick instructions. Perfect for homemade Christmas decorations!
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What Is the Collatz Conjecture? Unsolved Mathematical Problems
Find out all about the Collatz Conjecture, its origins and more in this quick maths article.
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How to Solve a Quadratic Equation: 3 Methods
Learn three ways of solving quadratic equations in this quick maths article, including factorising the equation, completing the square and the quadratic formula.
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Why Do We Have Leap Years?
Ever wondered why we have leap years? Why do we add an extra day to February every four years? Find out why and learn about the history of calendars and leap years in this article.
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The Maths Behind Dating: Optimal Stopping Theory
When dating, should you choose to settle down with the first person you date, or should you get a few dates under your belt before choosing? Find out what the maths says in this fun article about the optimal stopping theory.
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'The Andromeda Evolution' by Daniel H. Wilson: A Book Review
This article contains a book review of 'The Andromeda Evolution' by Daniel H.Wilson, a follow-up to the bestselling 'The Andromeda Strain' by Michael Crichton.
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Post-Workout Cacao and Maca Smoothie Recipe
This article contains a recipe for my favourite post-workout smoothie containing cacao, maca and banana.
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How to Find Pi Using Regular Polygons
An article about how to find the value of Pi geometrically using regular polygons.
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The Birthday Paradox
How many people do you need to have in a room before you have a better than 50% chance of at least two people sharing a birthday? The answer is surprisingly low.
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How to Calculate the Probability of Winning the National Lottery in the UK
This is an article about the probability of winning the National Lottery jackpot or its smaller prizes.
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How to Write Fractions in Microsoft Word
For basic fractions, go to the 'Insert' tab and click 'Symbol'. By scrolling down, you will be able to find several simple fractions ready for you to insert.
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How to Hide Error Values in Microsoft Excel
This is a tutorial on how to hide error values such as N/A in Microsoft Excel.
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How to Use the VLookup Function in Microsoft Excel
This is an instructional article on how to use the VLookup Function in Microsoft Excel
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How to Change a Microsoft PowerPoint Slideshow Into a Video
Step-by-step instructions for converting a Microsoft PowerPoint slideshow into video, including adding sound.
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Honest Book Review: "Mr. Mercedes" by Stephen King
Love Stephen King? See my review of "Mr. Mercedes," a hard-boiled detective novel that might just be your next page-turner.
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Book Review: Kerrigan in Copenhagen by Thomas E. Kennedy
Kerrigan in Copenhagen by Thomas E. Kennedy is a guide book to Copenhagen, especially it's drinking establishments, disguised as a novel, following Kerrigan as he meanders from bar to bar, discussing literature, life and jazz.
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Teaching Speed-Time Graphs
An outstanding lesson plan for introducing speed-time graphs to your students.
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Katherine Parr - The One Who Survived.
Divorced, beheaded, died. Divorced, beheaded, survived. Read about the one who survived: Katherine Parr, the final wife of Henry VIII.
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The Real Ghostbusters
The Real Ghostbusters - A classic cartoon from the 80s.
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The Very Best of Modern Talking - An Album Review
The Very Best of Modern Talking, greatest hits album - A review
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My Favourite Tower Defence Games
A short article about my favourite web-based tower defence games.
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How to Cure a Blocked/Stuffy Nose
As a teacher, I regularly catch colds and other bugs. Generally, they're not particularly bad and I can work through them, but sometimes I get hit by a heavy cold and end up with an extremely runny nose. After a day or two this then turns into a...
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Favourite Cartoons of My Childhood
A list of classic cartoons from my childhood (late 80s, early 90s).
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My Favourite Mathematics Authors
Popularisers of maths, such as Iain Stewart and Marcus de Sautoy, help to bring the magic and wonder of mathematics to everybody, regardless of their level of maths education.
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My Favourite Scandinavian Pop Groups
There are a surprisingly large number of hugely popular music acts from Scandinavia. Read on to find out more.
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My Favourite Console - Commodore Amiga 600
All about my very first console, The Commodore Amiga 600.
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My Favourite A-Team Memorabilia
A Hubpage all about fantastic A-Team memorabilia. Relive those 80's moments.
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Tomato and Hotdog Pasta Recipe
This is my favourite quick pasta recipe for when I'm home alone. I'm not much of a cook and I created this at university, so it's simple and easy to do and the ingredients are cheap and commonly found in most kitchens. I often make this if I'm...
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The Nightmare Before Christmas - Family Halloween Movie
The Nightmare Before Christmas - A review of the perfect family Halloween movie.
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Shakin' Stevens Greatest Hits
Shakin' Stevens Greatest Hits - An album review
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Rules of Honour - Matt Hilton
Rules of Honour by Matt Hilton - A review.
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Flash Gordon - Film review
Film review - Flash Gordon, a cult classic movie from the 80's.
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My Family and Other Animals - Gerald Durrell
My Family and Other Animals by Gerald Durrell - A book review.
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Teaching Circumference and Diameter of a Circle - Lesson Ideas
Some lesson ideas for teaching the circumference and diameter of a circle. An excellent introduction to pi.
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The Traveling Wilburys -Vol. 1
The Traveling Wilburys - Vol. 1, an album review.
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Hunky Dory - David Bowie
Hunky Dory by David Bowie - A Review.
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Doctor Who - The Vault
Doctor Who - The Vault, a book review.
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Classic 80s Tv - the A-Team
The A-Team; my favourite tv program of all time. Relive some classic 80's moments here.
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Amadeus - A Film Review
Amadeus - A film review.
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'Actually', Pet Shop Boys
'Actually' by the Pet Shop Boys - A review
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The Night Before Christmas Book Gift
An article about the classic book 'The Night Before Christmas'.
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The Mentalist on DVD
The Mentalist - One of my favourite detective shows, available on DVD.
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Things to Do in Bruges, Belgium
Top places to visit in Bruges, Belgium. A list of tourist attractions for visitors to this beautiful Belgian city.
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Jurassic Park Book Review
Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton - A book review.
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Stephen King Film Adaptations
A list of movies inspired by Stephen King novels.
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My Top Five Favourite Stephen King Novels
A list of my favourite five Stephen King Novels
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A Beginner's Guide to Reality - Book Review
A Beginner's Guide to Reality by Jim Baggot - A review.
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Using the HTML Element on Weebly
So you've got your Weebly website up and running using the basic elements such as text and image. Now you're wondering how to use the HTML element. There are many things you can do with this useful element and in this lens I will show some of the...
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Learning the Presidents of the United States
An article all about my attempt to memorise all of the Presidents of the United States, including some interesting trivia along the way.
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Halloween Films for the Whole Family
Kids love Halloween. It's a great excuse to dress up in a fancy costume and then obviously there's the chocolate and sweets. There are also some great Halloween films out there to get the family in the mood; but what's a good choice for the family?...
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The Best Tv Cars and Vehicles of the 80s
A list of some of my favourite cars and other vehicles from classic 80's tv series.
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Cold Relieving Lemon, Garlic and Ginger Drink
How to make the perfect cold relieving drink using lemon, garlic, ginger and honey.
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Ideas for Maths Lesson Starters
Having difficulties finding interesting starters for your maths lessons? Then check out the ideas in this article that can help get your students' brains ready for maths with these lesson starters.
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My Favourite Modern Thriller Writers
A list of my favourite modern thriller writers including Lee Child and Matt Hilton.
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Great Ideas for Hands-On Maths Lessons
A collection of ideas for teaching maths in a fun, hands-on way.
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Shrove Tuesday or Pancake Day
A quick article all about Shrove Tuesday/Pancake day, its history and how to make your own pancakes
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My Favourite Things to Do in Salzburg, Austria
A list of great places to visit in Salzburg, Austria; home of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
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Fried Egg in a Basket Recipe
How to make fried egg in a basket, a delicious snack using eggs and bread.
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Fishfinger (Fishstick) and Cheese Toastie Sandwich Recipe
How to make a fishfinger and cheese toastie sandwich.
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Chocolate Biscuit Loaf Recipe
How to make delicious chocolate biscuit loaf, ideal for parties or snacking.