Algebraic Thinking · Algebra

Solving One-Step Equations

Using inverse operations to maintain balance and find the value of an unknown.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why must we perform the same operation on both sides of an equals sign?
  2. 2How is solving an equation like balancing a set of scales?
  3. 3When is it more efficient to use a mental strategy rather than a formal algebraic method?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Mathematics - Algebra
Year: Year 7
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Algebraic Thinking
Period: Algebra

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