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Multiple-choice questions using proportionality

Mathematical multiple-choice questions sometimes ask you what happens when quantities in a calculation are multiplied or divided by a given factor. Here is some guidance on tackling such questions

In the new, reformed A-level exams, a significant portion of the marks are awarded for multiple-choice questions and they can be quite challenging. It is therefore important that you practise doing multiple-choice questions in a logical manner.

Multiple-choice questions can give the impression that they are to be done quickly — you just need to select one from a list of possible answers. But that is misleading, as these questions often require a significant amount of time. I would strongly suggest that you answer only those you can do quickly first, then come back to those that require some thinking. Avoid getting bogged down on a single question and losing loads of your time. This way you can gradually work through questions in order of how comfortable you are with them.

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