Students learn how to form and simplify algebraic expressions involving multiplication, addition, division and subtraction. They use this knowledge to begin solving equations using the balance method.
This unit takes place in Year 7 Term 2 and is followed by Expressions, Equations and Formulae
Develop fluency
Reason mathematically
Solve problems
Algebra
There are five problems that link to area, midpoints, gradients and solving equations.
How to teach calculating the original amount after a percentage change.
Problem solving lesson on two-way tables and frequency trees.