Mathematics GCSE
compound measures
What compound measures means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of compound measures
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
A measure that divides one quantity by another, such as speed = distance ÷ time, density = mass ÷ volume, and pressure = force ÷ area, each rearranging to give whichever quantity is missing.
Topics that use compound measures
- Number - Measures and accuracy (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- calculating with bounds
- Error interval
- error intervals
- Inverse operation
- Limits of accuracy
- Lower limit
- Problem solving in context
- Significant Figure
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