The Power of Algebra · Algebraic Thinking
Algebraic Fractions and Proof
Simplifying complex expressions and using deductive logic to prove mathematical identities.
Key Questions
- 1How does the process of simplifying algebraic fractions mirror numeric arithmetic?
- 2What constitutes a rigorous mathematical proof compared to a general observation?
- 3Why is finding a common denominator essential for combining rational expressions?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
GCSE: Mathematics - Algebra
Year: Year 11
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: The Power of Algebra
Period: Algebraic Thinking
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