In the videos I’ve worked through some example questions, although you can download the rest of the worksheet & answers:
Download a copy of the question here: QT Algebraic Fractions 1
Here’s a copy of the written answers: QT Algebraic Fractions 1 ANSWERS
Here’s the question for this video:
Simplify fully x^2 – 16 / x^2 – 9x + 20
Here’s the question for this video:
Simplify fully (2x – 12 / x – 4) / (2x^2 – 6x – 36 / x^2 – 9x + 20)
These videos are a quick reminder of algebraic fractions for GCSE maths, and are aimed at around grade 7. Questions on quadratics appear frequently on GCSE papers, mainly towards Q20 onwards, and are usually calculator.
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Algebraic fractions can be fairly challenging, although once you have practiced, should be straightforward.
Please do
– stop the video
– work through the question
– compare your solution
I hope the videos help and please leave a comment – thanks!
These problems are part of the GCSE maths curriculum, and appear on all the main examination boards such as Edexcel, AQA, OCR and Eduqas.
Top Tips!
- Read the question thoroughly
- Work methodically
- Leave plenty of space for calculations 🙂
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Algebraic Fractions – Quick Video GCSE Maths – Grade 7
Algebraic fractions 2 – Quick Video GCSE Maths – Grade 7
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