Year 10
Foundation

Simplifying an algebraic fraction by factorising

Year 10
Foundation

Simplifying an algebraic fraction by factorising

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. In this lesson, we will learn how to simplify algebraic fractions by factorising and identifying common factors in both the numerator and denominator.

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3 Questions

Q1.
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(a + 3)(a + 4)
a = -12
Correct answer: a = -3 and a = -4
a = 3 and a = 4
Q2.
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a = -3 and a = -4
a = -3 and a = 4
Correct answer: a = 3 and a = -4
a = 3 and a = 4
Q3.
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a = -18 and a = 2
a = -6
Correct answer: a = -6 and a = 6
a = 12 and a = -3

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Correct answer: B
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Q2.
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Q3.
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