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Year 8

Solving linear equations

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Checking understanding of algebraic notation

I can represent situations using algebra.

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Securing understanding of equality

I can appreciate how to maintain equality between two statements.

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Different types of equations

I can recognise that there are many different types of equations of which linear is one type.

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Equality in an equation

I can appreciate that in an equation the two sides of the equals sign balance.

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Solution to an equation

I can appreciate that a solution is a value that makes the two sides of an equation balance.

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Many equations, one solution

I can understand that a family of linear equations can all have the same solution.

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Solving simple linear equations with an additive step

I can solve a linear equation requiring a single additive step.

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Solving simple linear equations with a multiplicative step

I can solve a linear equation requiring a single multiplicative step.

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Preparing to solve two step linear equations

I can understand that an equation needs to be in a format to be ready to be solved, through collecting like terms on each side of the equation.

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Solving two step linear equations

I can see that when an additive step and a multiplicative step are required to solve an equation, the order of operations will not affect the solution.

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Rearranging to solve linear equations

I can recognise that equations with unknowns on both sides of the equation can be manipulated so that the unknowns are on one side and then solve this equation.

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Solving complex linear equations

I can solve complex linear equations, including those involving reciprocals.

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Brackets in equations

I can appreciate the significance of the bracket in an equation.

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Solving linear equations where brackets are used

I can recognise that there is more than one way to remove a bracket when solving an equation.

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Solving complex linear equations involving brackets

I can solve equations involving brackets where simplification is necessary first.

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Solving linear equations graphically using technology

I can explore how to solve linear equations graphically via dynamic software.

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Problem solving with linear equations

I can use my knowledge of solving linear equations to solve problems.

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