NUMBER – algebra (simple expressions)

Number
  • This resource pack of 2 pages introduces the idea of using letters to represent unknown numbers within simple algebraic expressions
  • Before working with this topic learners should already be confident with the four operations (+, -, x, ÷) as well as squares & square roots
  • Use Adobe acrobat comment function to write freehand, type text and erase online

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26th March 2026

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  • In algebra we use symbols - usually letters - to represent unknown numbers
  • Such letters can be used with known numbers to make simple expressions such as 'k + 2' which means 'add 2 to k'

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