Solving Equations, Algebra & Graphs (Year 11 F)

Solve: to find a value we can put in place of a variable that makes the equation true.   

Equation: A Mathematical statement that two things are equal  

Expanding brackets: involves multiplying every term inside the bracket by the term on the outside. (Multiplying out). Then collect like terms with the aim of removing the bracket(s). 

Solution: a value, or values, that satisfies the equation 

Expression: Numbers, symbols and operators (such as + or - grouped together that show the value of something.) (None of these signs: = ≠ < > ≤ )