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Assumption

GCSE Mathematics · key term

Assumption

Definition

A condition taken to be true when using a mathematical model, such as all workers working at the same constant rate.

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Eduqas GCSE Mathematics · C300

Specification HR11 · Paper 1, Paper 2

Revise: Direct and Inverse Proportion

Eduqas Mathematics past papers

Exam tips

1
If asked for an assumption, state a specific condition needed by your model. If asked for an ‘other’ assumption, do not repeat one already given.

Related key terms

Constant of proportionality
Direct proportion
Inverse proportion
Origin
Unitary method

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