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Solving Quadratics by Factorising

 

Students learn how to solve quadratic equations by factorising, starting with standard forms and progressing to those that require rearranging.

As learning progresses, they apply factorisation to more challenging equations, including those where terms must first be moved to one side.

GCSE Higher | IGCSE Foundation | IGCSE Higher

Differentiated Objectives
  • All students will be able to solve quadratic equations of the form x2 + bx + c by factorisation.
  • Most students will be able to solve quadratic equations of the form x2 ± bx ± c by factorisation.
  • Some students will be able to form and solve quadratic equations using known geometrical properties.

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