A visual and step by step worksheet (ideal for one lesson) teaching students how to factorise quadratics using the box method. Two resources included - one for Foundation and one for Higher. Higher worksheet covers quadratics where coefficient of x square = 1 and not = 1. Answers provided.
Graded algebra worksheet which can be used as a revision lesson or assessment. Out of 100 marks with a simple feedback tool (WWW/EBI/Next Steps) for teacher / student evaluation. Indicates GCSE grades next to each topic to show progression. Covers the following topics:
GRADE 1: Simplifying expressions involving 1 variable
GRADE 2: Simplifying expressions involving 2 variables
GRADE 3: Substitution
GRADE 3: Expanding single brackets
GRADE 3: Factorise into single brackets
GRADE 4: Expanding and simplifying single brackets
GRADE 4: Expanding double brackets (quadratics)
GRADE 5: Factorising quadratics where coefficient of x squared = 1
GRADE 5: Changing the subject of a formula
GRADE 5: Difference of two squares
GRADE 7: Expanding triple brackets
GRADE 7: Factorising quadratics where coefficient of x squared not = 1
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Worded quadratic equation problems requiring students to decompose a problem, form a quadratic equation, factorise it and solve it. They then have to choose a solution that matches the context of the question. This is the FREE version of the popular (8k+ downloads and TES Picks) resource with a 2 x Grade 5 questions and solutions. The full resource can be found here with 7 x Grade 5 - Grade 7 questions. It’s ideal for a 45-60 minute lesson and students can select what they want to do.
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