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Find the value of x x\,x such that

1+xx=5 \frac{1+x}{x} = \sqrt{5} x1+x​=5​

Giving your answer in the form a+b5a + b\sqrt{5}a+b5​ where a a\,a and b b\,b are rational numbers.

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Algebraic Expressions Questions

  1. A Level
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Practise Edexcel A Level Maths Algebraic Expressions with exam-style questions for A Level Maths. 31 questions covering 1.1 Index Laws, 1.2 Expanding Brackets, 1.3 Factorising, 1.4 Negative and Fractional Indices, and 1.5 Surds, matched to the Edexcel A Level Maths (9MA0) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.

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