This introduction covers Words to Algebra within Simplifying Expressions for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Simplifying Expressions in Algebra for GCSE Mathematics with 11 exam-style questions and 5 flashcards. This topic appears less often, but it can still be a useful differentiator on mixed-topic papers. It is section 15 of 18 in this topic. Use this introduction to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 15 of 18
Practice
11 questions
Recall
5 flashcards
Words to Algebra
"I think of a number, double it, add 5, and get 17. What's my number?" This is a puzzle - but with algebra, it becomes: 2x + 5 = 17. Forming equations means translating English into maths, then solving!