GCSE Maths, Unit 6, Lesson 5 of 5
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Expressions, equations, formulae and identities

GCSE Maths, Algebraic expressions, 20 minutes

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The vocabulary of algebra, the identity sign, finding unknowns in an identity, and simplifying algebraic fractions.

Four words

  • An expression has no equals sign: 3x + 5.
  • An equation is true for particular values: 3x + 5 = 20 only when x = 5.
  • A formula links quantities: A = lw.
  • An identity is true for every value, written with ≡: 2(x + 3) ≡ 2x + 6.

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  • 7 exam-style questions, marked as you go, each with a worked solution
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