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YEAR 9 · HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS

Algebra.

Build algebraic reasoning through equivalent forms, distribution, common factors, substitution and rearrangement.

5 lessons3 practice tests

Work through the topic

Learn the method, follow the examples, then try the worksheet.

01
Simplifying algebraic expressions
Collect like terms and simplify products or quotients without changing an expression.
15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
02
Expanding single brackets
Use distribution to remove one bracket, including negative multipliers and subtracted groups.
15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
03
Common-factor factorisation
Reverse expansion using a factor shared by every term.
15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
04
Substitution and rearranging formulas
Evaluate formulas and isolate a chosen variable using inverse operations.
15 min · Worked examples & worksheet
05
Checking equivalent expressions
Decide whether expressions are equivalent using algebra or counterexamples.
15 min · Worked examples & worksheet

AFTER THE LESSONS

Topic review

Revisit the key ideas, then choose a practice paper.

3 practice tests · Separate worked marking guides