Algebra II (AQA GCSE Further Maths): Flashcards

Writing an algebraic expression as product of factors using brackets

Expanding brackets

Four terms

Multiply to $c$, add to $b$

One positive, one negative

$(a + b)(a - b)$

$a^2 - b^2$

Use multiple steps until no further factorisation possible

Look for common factors

$a \times c$

Expand back out to check original expression

Perfect squares

Common bracket in both groups