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Find the equation of a straight line that is parallel or perpendicular to another given line by applying y = mx + c

Stage 5 · Linear relationships B Draft mapping

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Maths Is Fun: Parallel and perpendicular lines
Maths Is Fun · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
Use it for: Gradients of parallel and perpendicular lines.
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Corbettmaths practice questions: Linear graphs: parallel lines
Corbettmaths · Web page · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · Answers included, No prep, Printable
Use it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on linear graphs: parallel lines for drill or a quick check.
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Corbettmaths video: Linear graphs: parallel lines
Corbettmaths · Video · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
Use it for: Short worked-example video on linear graphs: parallel lines to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.

Graph y = f^'(x) for a given graph of a function y = f(x)

Mathematics Advanced 11–12 – Year 11 · Introduction to differentiation Draft mapping

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Use the notation dy/dx and y' for the derivative of y when y is a function of x

Mathematics Advanced 11–12 – Year 11 · Introduction to differentiation Draft mapping

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