Stage 5 · Algebraic techniques C (Path) · Expand, factorise and simplify algebraic expressions including special products · Topic: Algebraic techniques · Year 9, 10
Prove and apply these special products (a - b)(a + b) = a² - b², (a + b)² = a² + 2ab + b², (a - b)² = a² - 2ab + b²
Dot point ID k-10-2022-stage-5-algebraic-techniques-c-path/atc-fao-stg5-01 · NESA code MA_K_10_CP_ATC_FAO_STG5_01 · See it on the NSW Curriculum website ↗
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Outcomes for this focus area (MA5-ALG-P-02)
MA5-ALG-P-02 selects and applies appropriate algebraic techniques to operate with algebraic fractions, and expands, factorises and simplifies algebraic expressions (Path: Adv)Core resources for this dot point
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Worksheet
- Corbettmaths practice questions: Factorisation: quadraticsUse it for: Free printable graded practice questions (with answers) on factorisation: quadratics for drill or a quick check.
- WorksheetDrillKuta free worksheet: Multiplying special case polynomialsUse it for: Printable skills-practice sheet with answer key on multiplying special case polynomials; good for drill or homework.
Video
- VideoStarterCorbettmaths video: Factorisation: difference of 2 squaresUse it for: Short worked-example video on factorisation: difference of 2 squares to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.
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