Mathematics A-Level
Conditions of use for formulae
What Conditions of use for formulae means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Conditions of use for formulae
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
The stated conditions attached to a formula or method, which must be satisfied in the situation before it is applied.
Topics that use Conditions of use for formulae
- Overarching theme 1: Mathematical argument, language and proof (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- Critical evaluation of applied models
- Domain
- Function
- Intersection
- Logical structure and implication
- Proof completeness and generality
- Range
- Set notation
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