Mathematics / Year 8 / Number and Algebra / Linear and non-linear relationships

Curriculum content descriptions

Solve linear equations using algebraic and graphical techniques. Verify solutions by substitution (ACMNA194)

Elaborations
  • solving real life problems by using variables to represent unknowns
General capabilities
  • Numeracy Numeracy
  • Critical and creative thinking Critical and creative thinking
ScOT terms

Linear equations,  Substitution,  Intersecting lines

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