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Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics

2.1Introduction to algebra

Introduction to algebra in Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 2.1.1Understand that letters can stand for general numbers.
  2. 2.1.2Substitute numbers into expressions and formulas and evaluate them.

Lessons

  • Algebraic expressions and substitution

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Introduction to algebra: sample question

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Find the value of 4a−3b4a - 3b when a=5a = 5 and b=−2b = -2.

Only if the answer has a unit, e.g. cm or km/h.

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