Key Stage 4 (GCSE) · Years 10-11 · Algebra · Solving equations and inequalities
A17solve linear equations in one unknown algebraically (including those with the unknown on both sides of the equation); find approximate solutions using a graph
GCSE subject content
GCSE specifications in mathematics should require students to solve linear equations in one unknown algebraically (including those with the unknown on both sides of the equation); find approximate solutions using a graph
Tier: This item is set in standard type: all students develop confidence and competence with it. “including those with the unknown on both sides of the equation” is underlined (assessed for all students).
Source: Department for Education, GCSE mathematics: subject content and assessment objectives. Crown copyright information reproduced under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
uk-gcse-ma-a-17. The DfE numbers this item 17 within Algebra; the A17 form follows the awarding bodies' convention.Relevant worksheets
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Related teaching units
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