Using algebra (AQA GCSE Maths): Quizzes
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What does using algebra mean?
What does using algebra mean?
Applying symbols & letters to solve
When is using algebra particularly useful?
When is using algebra particularly useful?
When guessing takes too long
Which letters are usually chosen to represent unknown quantities?
Which letters are usually chosen to represent unknown quantities?
, , or
What is the key to using algebra effectively?
What is the key to using algebra effectively?
Translating words into maths
In the cards problem, if card B is twice card A and card C is , what is ?
In the cards problem, if card B is twice card A and card C is , what is ?
How many counter-examples are needed to prove an algebraic statement false?
How many counter-examples are needed to prove an algebraic statement false?
Only one
For , what is the value of ?
For , what is the value of ?
21
Why is a counter-example for ' is always prime'?
Why is a counter-example for ' is always prime'?
21 = 3 × 7 (not prime)
How should you check your solutions in algebra problems?
How should you check your solutions in algebra problems?
Substitute back into original
When looking for counter-examples, what values should you try first?
When looking for counter-examples, what values should you try first?
Small whole numbers