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Coefficient of n² — AQA Mathematics Definition | GradeGen.AI

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Coefficient of n²

GCSEAQA8300

Coefficient of n²

Key term for AQA GCSE Mathematics, used in Sequences.

Definition

The numerical multiplier of the $n^2$ term (denoted as $a$ ), which is always equal to half of the constant second difference.

Exam Context

Coefficient of n² appears in AQA GCSE Mathematics revision content for Algebra, especially Sequences and Special Sequences.

Algebra Sequences Special Sequences

Found in Revision Notes

Algebra

Quadratic and Surd Sequences

Sequences • Special Sequences

Related Key Terms

Arithmetic with surds Common ratio First difference Like surds

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Quadratic sequence

Radical simplification

Second difference