Solve equation using Pythagoras or area formula

A question is this type if and only if it requires using a geometric formula (Pythagoras theorem, area of triangle, etc.) to form and solve a quadratic equation.

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OCR MEI C1 Q3

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Simplify \((m^2 + 1)^2 - (m^2 - 1)^2\), showing your method. Hence, given the right-angled triangle in Fig. 10, express \(p\) in terms of \(m\), simplifying your answer. [4] \includegraphics{figure_3}