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Maths Item of the Month: Perpendicular parabolas

The question and solution to our Maths Item of the Month, July 2016.

Topic: Coordinate geometry

The
MEI Maths Item of the Month is a monthly problem aimed at teachers and
students of GCSE and A level Mathematics. The problems can be used for
enrichment, problem solving or as a way to encourage mathematical
thinking/proof.

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