An equation is used to show two expressions that are equal to each other.

Solving complex linear equations

Maths

In this unit, pupils learn how to rearrange an equation to find a specific value that satisfies the equation. In expressions and formulae, pupils use their understanding of rearrangement to change the subject of a formula.

In the prior unit, pupils saw that an arithmetic sequence can be represented graphically and that this is a linear relationship. Any point on the line satisfies this relationship. In this unit, pupils learn how to find a value that satisfies the relationship when the second value is known, without the aid of the graph.

Solving linear equations

$${{56}\over{y}}=7$$ is an example of a {{}} equation.

The solution to $${{6x−2}\over{4}}=7$$ is $$x=$${{}}

Which is the most efficient first step when solving the equation $${{x+7}\over{9}}={{x-1}\over{3}}$$ ?

Solve $${{x+7}\over{9}}={{x−1}\over{3}}$$. The solution is $$x=$${{}}

Which of these expressions are equivalent to $${{x+1}\over3}\times{2\over3}$$ ?

Starter Quiz