Algebra 11 plus

11+ Algebra Quiz

Wellington Primary School - Slough Grammar School Preparation

Based on GL Assessment Examination

PAPER A: SIMPLIFYING EXPRESSIONS

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Algebra Concepts for 11+ Exam

Concept 1: Understanding the Basics

A letter (like n, x, a) represents an unknown number. It's a placeholder. If you see n + 5, it means "a number plus five".

Concept 2: Simplifying Expressions (Collecting Like Terms)

You can only add or subtract terms that have the exact same letter combination. Example: 3a + 2a = 5a but 3a + 2b cannot be simplified.

Concept 3: Substitution

Replace the letter with the number you are given. Example: If a = 3, what is 4a + 7? 4 × 3 + 7 = 12 + 7 = 19

Concept 4: Solving Simple Equations (The Balancing Act)

An equation has an equals sign. Your goal is to find the value of the letter that makes it true. Whatever you do to one side of the equation, you MUST do to the other side to keep it balanced.

Concept 5: Forming Simple Expressions

Translate a word problem into a mathematical expression. Example: "I think of a number, multiply it by 4 and then add 6." Let the number be x. The expression is 4x + 6.

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