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Solve - GCSE Maths Definition

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In GCSE Mathematics, the term "solve" means to find, deduce or calculate the answer to a problem. For example, "Solve 4 x minus 3 equals negative 2" would mean to find the value of x that satisfies the equation. (x equals 0.25)

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Dan graduated from the University of Oxford with a First class degree in mathematics. As well as teaching maths for over 8 years, Dan has marked a range of exams for Edexcel, tutored students and taught A Level Accounting. Dan has a keen interest in statistics and probability and their real-life applications.

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