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Be Maths Ready (Maths Hub): Unit 2: Algebra Basics

Unit 2: Algebra Basics

This section focuses on basic algebra, covering the use of symbols, simplifying and factoring algebraic expressions, working with indices, and managing algebraic fractions.

Self assessment

Attempt these exercises from memory first, without consulting any resources or using a calculator, except to verify your answers afterwards. Test what you recall before turning to any aids.

Self Evaluation: Check your answers using the worked solutions below.

If you were able to answer all the questions confidently, you are prepared for the subjects in the upcoming section. If you encountered any difficulties, refer to the HELM workbooks provided below to review the topics

HELM Workbooks

You may wish to consider doing additional practice. Utilize the HELM workbooks provided below to practice as much as you desire.

Additional Resources

Interactive Questions from Maths E.G.

These were originally developed by Martin Greenhow and Abdul Rahman Kamavi at the Department of Mathematical Sciences, Brunel University, UK and released under a CC Licence.