Algebra – Core Subtopics
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Introduction to Algebra
Using letters to represent numbers, building simple expressions and understanding basic algebraic notation.
Algebraic Manipulation
Simplifying expressions, collecting like terms, substituting values and rearranging simple formulae.
Algebraic Indices
Using index laws with letters, simplifying powers and working with positive and zero indices.
Linear & Simultaneous Equations
Solving one-variable equations and simple simultaneous equations using substitution or elimination.
Inequalities
Solving linear inequalities, representing solutions on a number line and interpreting inequality notation.
Sequences
Recognising patterns, finding terms of arithmetic sequences and using n-th term rules in context.
Expanding & Factorising Brackets
Expanding single brackets, simple double brackets (where appropriate) and factorising common factors.
Linear Equations
Forming and solving linear equations from word problems, diagrams and real-life situations.