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Unit 3: Algebraic expressions

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Areas Covered

  • Lesson 1: Algebraic notation
  • Lesson 2: Expressions as functions
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  • Lesson 3: Algebraic expressions
  • Lesson 4: Simple equations
  • Lesson 5: Simple formula
  • Lesson 6: Brackets and common factors
  • Lesson 7: Powers and roots
  • Unit assessment

There are 7 exercise sheets and an examination-style assessment test, each with answers included in this unit.

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Summary

This unit returns to the basics of algebra to ensure fluency in the bedrock of algebraic techniques. Algebraic notation is considered; the representation of an unknown by a letter, the four operations in algebra and index numbers. Algebraic expressions are introduced and used to represent information given in a context. The substitution of numbers into algebraic expressions is dealt with, including into known and given scientific formula. Algebraic expressions are manipulated and simplified by collecting like terms, cancelling terms, multiplying and dividing terms, expanding brackets and factorising. Algebraic terms involving indices and surds are met and manipulated using the laws of indices. The unit ensures students understand key terminology relating to algebra such as expression, equation and formulae, and continues to deal with the formation and solving of simple equations. Rearranging of simple formulae is considered including changing the subject of a formula involving indices.

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Inside the Unit...

  • Download Free Sample 8.1mb

    Areas Covered

    • Lesson 1: Algebraic notation
    • Lesson 2: Expressions as functions
    • Download sample lesson above
    • Lesson 3: Algebraic expressions
    • Lesson 4: Simple equations
    • Lesson 5: Simple formula
    • Lesson 6: Brackets and common factors
    • Lesson 7: Powers and roots
    • Unit assessment

    There are 7 exercise sheets and an examination-style assessment test, each with answers included in this unit.

    Mathematics Mastery

    Our resources apply the principles of Mastery throughout, creating a rich and deep learning experience. Find out more about Mastery with our quick guide.

    Mathematics Mastery

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