Factorising (3)

This worksheet has 36 algebraic expressions, which need to be factorised. The questions are not organised by type and therefore students are expected to identify how to factorise the expressions using an appropriate method: taking out the highest common factor, difference of two squares, product-sum method, by pairing or a combination of these methods. The worksheet includes worked answers.
The worksheet is targeted at GCSE students (grades 7 - 9) and it should take them, depending on their ability level and understanding of the topic, between two and three hours to complete. Fluency in factorising algebraic expression is essential at the start of the AS-level course and this worksheet is very useful for students who need to revise this skill after a long summer holiday.
The worked answers accompanying this worksheet allow the teaching and learning to continue beyond the classroom and it is therefore an ideal resource on a school’s VLE as a revision tool for independent study at home. Students aiming for the highest grades will find this a very useful resource.

For your convenience, the Word file is included and can be edited to meet the needs of your students.