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Year 6 Introduction to Algebra practice
Maths · ages 10–11 · Algebra
Learning goal: I can use symbols and rules to describe number relationships.
- 1Substitute
If a = 7, find a + 5.
- 2Expression
Write an expression for 'n plus 4'.
- 3Equation
Solve x + 9 = 23.
- 4Equation
Solve 5y = 35.
- 5Sequence
Continue: 4, 9, 14, 19, __, __.
- 6Rule
A sequence starts 3 and adds 6 each time. Write the first five terms.
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Answer and assessment guidance
- 1. 12
- 2. n + 4
- 3. x = 14
- 4. y = 7
- 5. 24, 29
- 6. 3, 9, 15, 21, 27