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Second difference

GCSEAQA8300

Second difference

Key term for AQA GCSE Mathematics, used in Sequences.

Definition

The difference between consecutive first differences, which is constant in a quadratic sequence.

Exam Context

Second difference appears in AQA GCSE Mathematics revision content for Algebra, especially Sequences and Nth Term.

Algebra Sequences Nth Term

Study Pathways

Algebra

Sequences

Nth Term

Algebra

Sequences

Special Sequences

Found in Revision Notes

Algebra

Nth Term

Sequences • Nth Term

Algebra

Quadratic and Surd Sequences

Sequences • Special Sequences

Related Key Terms

Adjustment term Arithmetic progression Arithmetic with surds Coefficient Coefficient of n² Common difference Common ratio Constant difference

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