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  • 4. FOOTPRINT WITHOUT FEET

    Griffin’s Invisible Experiment Once upon a time, there was a scientist named Griff in. He figured out how to become invisible and touch things. Excited about his discovery, he decided to try it out. Becoming Invisible: Griff in drank a special potion and became invisible. But, oh no! He accidentally stepped in mud, leaving footprints…

  • 3. A QUESTION OF TRUST

    The Sneaky Book Lover: Meet Horace Danby, a 50-year-old locksmith who seemed like a nice guy. He ran a successful business and loved buying rare books. But here’s the twist — he wasn’t totally honest. Once a year, he secretly rob a safe to fund his expensive books habit. The Plan: Horace’s Secret Scheme: With…

  • 3. THE MIDNIGHT VISITOR

    Introduction: Robert Arthur’s “The Midnight Visitor” unfolds a gripping detective story featuring the cunning secret agent Ausable. The narrative revolves around a high-stakes encounter with Max, AusabIe1S rival, and the ingenious strategies Ausable employs to outsmart his adversary. AusabIe’s Mission: Ausable, the detective, anticipates retrieving sensitive papers in his hotel room. However, Max, his rival,…

  • 2. THE THIEF’S STORY

    2. THE THIEF’S STORY Introduction: Hari Singh’s Meeting with Anil Hari Singh, a 15-year-old experienced thief, meets Anil, a simple, kind-hearted man, while watching a wrestling match. Hari flatters Anil and manages to gain his trust, offering to work for him despite not being paid. He lies about his name and skills, including his ability…

  • 1. A TRIUMPH OF SURGERY

    A TRIUMPH OF SURGERY Introduction- Mrs. Pumphrey’s Worry for Tricki Tricki, a small, overfed dog, lived a luxurious life with his wealthy mistress, Mrs. Pumphrey. She pampered him excessively with rich food like cream cakes and chocolates, leading to his ill health. Tricki became lethargic and overweight, resembling a “bloated sausage.” Alarmed by his condition,…

  • Scatter Graphs & Correlation

    Correlation What is correlation? What does the phrase “correlation does not imply causation” mean? Scatter graphs What are scatter graphs? Examples (1) “We can more ice cream as the temperature rises.” What type of correlation is this? [1] Answer: Positive (2) What type of correlation does the scatter diagram show? [1] Answer: Negative

  • Coordinate Geometry-2

    Linear Graphs Equations of Straight Lines (y = mx + c)Drawing Straight Line GraphsParallel LinesPerpendicular Lines Equations of Straight Lines (y = mx + c) Finding equations of straight lines What is the equation of a straight line? How to find the equation of a straight line from a graph? What if no y-intercept is…

  • Coordinate geometry -1

    SubTopics Coordinate Geometry-1 3.1 Coordinates3.2 Drawing linear graphs (click to learn)*3.3 Gradient of linear graphs (click to learn)*3.4 Length and midpoint (extended) Co-ordinate Geometry-23.5 Equations of linear graphs (click to learn)*3.6 Parallel lines (click to learn)*3.7 Perpendicular lines (extended) (click to learn)* 3.1 Coordinates 3.1. 2-D coordinates What is the Cartesian plane? What are coordinates? Remember Examples (a) Write down…

  • Number Sets

    Number Sets For the ACT®, be familiar with these number sets and their basic properties. 1. Whole numbers are also known as “counting numbers“: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, … 2. Integers are positive and negative whole numbers, including zero: …, −3, −2, −1, 0, 1, 2, 3, … 3. Rational numbers are all numbers that…

  • IGCSE: BUSINESS STUDIES

    SECTION 1: UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS ACTIVITY: 1.1: Business Activity 1.2: Classification of Businesses 1.3: Enterprise, Business Growth and Size  1.4: Types of Business Organizations   1.5: Business Objectives and Stakeholder Objectives SECTION 2: PEOPLE IN BUSINESS: 2.1: Motivating Employees 2.2: Organization and Management 2.3: Recruitment, Selection, and Training of Workers  2.4: Internal and External Communication SECTION 3: MARKETING: 3.1: Marketing,…

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