Year 10 Mathematics Advanced 

TERM 3, 2026

We will begin Term 3 with Topic 8 – Indices B, C. Students will apply index laws to algebraic expressions involving negative-integer and fractional indices. 

Investigating irrational numbers will lead to the introduction of surds. Students will perform the four operations, including simplifying surds and rationalising the denominator.

In Topic 9 – Equations B, C, students will build on their algebraic skills by solving monic quadratic equations, and cubic equations. Solving linear inequalities and graphing their solutions on a number line will also be looked at.

From here, students will continue working with equations, including solving quadratic equations using a variety of methods. Investigating linear simultaneous equations, will enable students to solve them both algebraically and graphically.

Lastly in Topic 10 – Non-Linear Relationships B, C, students will graph and examine quadratic and exponential relationships. More specific details will be covered while graphing parabolas, exponentials, hyperbolas and circles enabling students to describe their features and transformations. These skills will be consolidated to allow differentiation between different types of graphs by examining their algebraic and graphical representations.

During Term 3, students will complete Task 3 which contributes to 20% of the students’ overall assessment for the year.