Year 10
Foundation
Year 10
Foundation
Solving algebraic fractions (equal to x + a)
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will solve equations with an algebraic fraction equal to a number and an unknown value.
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4 Questions
Q1.
I think of a number. I divide it by seven. My answer is 2.5. What number did I start with?

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C
Q2.
To solve this equation first multiply both sides of the equation by 7

True
Q3.
Solve

B
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D
Q4.
True or False?

True
5 Questions
Q1.
What would the output be?

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B
C
Q2.
Solve

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Q3.

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Q4.

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D
Q5.

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D