Mathematics GCSE
Multiplier
What Multiplier means in Mathematics GCSE, as defined for Eduqas, OCR, Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Multiplier
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A decimal used to calculate a percentage change in a single step (e.g., 1.20 for a 20% increase).
A decimal used to calculate percentage changes in a single step (e.g., 1.05 for a 5% increase).
A single decimal value used to scale a quantity to represent a percentage increase or decrease.
A single decimal number used to calculate a percentage increase or decrease in one step.
A decimal number used to calculate a percentage change in a single multiplication step.
Topics that use Multiplier
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change (Eduqas GCSE)
- Basic Geometry (OCR GCSE)
- Ratio, Proportion and Rates Of Change (OCR GCSE)
- Number (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
- Ratio, proportion and rates of change (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Denominator
- Numerator
- Compound Interest
- Compound Measure
- Recurring Decimal
- Depreciation
- Direct Proportion
- Equivalent Fractions
Using Multiplier in the exam
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