Volume question with algebra These types of questions are all about working out a volume using algebra. They tend to be aimed at around level 4 GCSE maths and it's really about reading, and re- reading, the question until you are sure what they are asking. Volume is better calculated as area x depth and, with a triangular prism you need to remember that: area of a … [Read more...]
Simplify an algebra fraction using factorising
Algebra Fractions using factorising These questions are all about how to simplify algebra fractions and are popular on non calculator GCSE maths papers. They are either straightforward ... or fairly difficult. The example in the picture shows the bottom expression as "2x squared ..." and that type of question would be considered quite challenging. Here's some videos to … [Read more...]
Education matters – year 6 SATS test results 2016
Key Stage 2 year 6 SATS 2016 ... have caused quite a level of controversy this year, although the results have just been published. According to the Department of Education, 53% of pupils met the new expected standard in reading, writing and mathematics 66% of pupils met the new expected standard in reading 70% of pupils met the new expected standard in … [Read more...]
The cosine rule – GCSE maths grade 6+
The cosine rule is a favourite exam question and deals with calculating an angle or a length in any triangle. The questions tend to be on calculator exam papers as you'll be working with fractions, squares and the cosine of an angle. Top tips! Make sure you use the 'inclusive angle' ie. you'll need two sides and the angle in the middle Always label … [Read more...]
Linear equations with fractions – mid-level GCSE maths
Linear equations with fractions are becoming more popular on High School maths papers ... and tend to be worth high marks. This post is really for the higher level questions that involve fractions, although here's a couple of additional posts that also might be of interest: 3 Minute Maths; Solving Linear Equations How to solve linear equations with video examples How … [Read more...]