JHS2 Mathematics · Term 2, Week 8

Algebraic Expressions

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Curriculum details

Strand
Algebra (Strand 2)
Sub-strand
Algebraic Expressions (2.2)
Content standard
B8.2.2.1 - Solve problems involving algebraic expressions (including multiplication of binomial expressions) factorise given expressions and substitute values to evaluate algebraic expressions.
Indicator
B8.2.2.1.4 - Factorise given expressions involving the four operations and use the experiences gained to solve problems.
Suggested placement
Term 2, Week 8 (Week 20 of the year)

Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.

Curriculum reference
Mathematics, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 120

Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

E.g.1 Factorise the following expressions
i. Common factors ii. Method of grouping
• 3ax + 6ay • 2ap + aq - bq - 2bp
• 54 - 81x
• 100x - 25x 2 • ab - by - ay + y 2
• 3x 2 + 2xy - 12xy - 8yz