A constant is a term that does not change; it contains no variables.

Multiplying an expression by a constant

Maths

In this unit, pupils formalise algebraic notation and terms and begin to formulate an understanding of basic algebraic manipulation. This understanding is built upon in the future unit where pupils learn how to solve linear equations

In this unit, pupils learnt how to represent the structure of a problem with two unknowns using a diagram. This understanding is built upon in this unit and formalised

In this unit, pupils learn about generalisation and formal algebraic manipulation techniques such as substitution, collecting like terms and factorising.

Expressions and equations

In the expression $$y+8$$, the $$y$$ term is a variable and the $$8$$ term is a {{}}.

Which of these identities match the bar model shown? 

In this area model, what is under these two ink splats?

The expression $$2x+5y-1$$ can not be {{ }} further.

Match each expression to its simplified form.

Which of the below will correctly evaluate $$6 \times 82$$?

Which of these is the correct simplification of the expression $$ -y \times y + 5 \times y \times (-3) \times y$$?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

Multiplying an expression by a constant

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.