Stage 5 · Algebraic techniques A · Apply the distributive law to the expansion of algebraic expressions, and collect like terms where appropriate · Topic: Algebraic techniques · Year 9, 10
Expand algebraic expressions, including those with negative coefficients
Dot point ID k-10-2022-stage-5-algebraic-techniques-a/ala-apd-stg5-01 · NESA code MA_K_10_CP_ALA_APD_STG5_01 · See it on the NSW Curriculum website ↗
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Outcomes for this focus area (MA5-ALG-C-01)
MA5-ALG-C-01 simplifies algebraic fractions with numerical denominators and expands algebraic expressionsCore resources for this dot point
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Worksheet
- Corbettmaths practice questions: Algebra: expanding bracketsUse it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on algebra: expanding brackets for drill or a quick check.
- Variation Theory sequences: Expand single bracketsUse it for: Intelligent-practice sequences on expand single brackets where one thing changes at a time; ask students to predict before answering.
Video
- VideoStarterCorbettmaths video: Algebra: expanding bracketsUse it for: Short worked-example video on algebra: expanding brackets to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.
Focus area resources
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