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Number Formulas – IGCSE Maths

Every number formula you need for Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580, with clear explanations of when and how to use each one.

Percentage change = (change / original) × 100

Core
Percentage change=changeoriginal×100\text{Percentage change} = \dfrac{\text{change}}{\text{original}} \times 100

Key formula for number in IGCSE Maths.

When to Use

Use when working with number problems.

Show your substitution clearly for method marks.

Compound interest

Core
A=P ⁣(1+r100)nA = P\!\left(1 + \dfrac{r}{100}\right)^n

Key formula for number in IGCSE Maths.

When to Use

Use when working with number problems.

Show your substitution clearly for method marks.

Standard form

Core
a×10n where 1a<10a \times 10^n \text{ where } 1 \leq a < 10

Key formula for number in IGCSE Maths.

When to Use

Use when working with number problems.

Show your substitution clearly for method marks.

Upper bound = value + ½ unit

Core
Upper bound=value+12  unit\text{Upper bound} = \text{value} + \tfrac{1}{2}\;\text{unit}

Key formula for number in IGCSE Maths.

When to Use

Use when working with number problems.

Show your substitution clearly for method marks.

HCF and LCM by prime factorisation

Core
HCF and LCM by prime factorisation\text{HCF and LCM by prime factorisation}

Key formula for number in IGCSE Maths.

When to Use

Use when working with number problems.

Show your substitution clearly for method marks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which number formulas are given in the exam?

Check the IGCSE formula sheet provided in your exam. Some number formulas must be memorised.

How do I remember number formulas?

Practice using them in past paper questions. Repeated application is more effective than rote memorisation.

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