Expressions & Equations
MTH 4-15a
To run the tutorials simply click on the video you wish to play remembering to pause the video when attempting the questions! You should work through the exercises and homework in a squared jotter to keep all your work together. You should mark every section as soon as you finish it and write down your score.
For certain areas you will need a scientific calculator like the casio fx-85GT PLUS.
Once you have practiced the skills, be sure to see if you can apply them in the exam questions at the bottom of the page. These questions should be revisited every so often as it is important to revise previous work so you don't forget it. Good luck! :)
Skills developed in this module;
- Solving linear equations
- Solving linear inequalities
Bronze Level
Solving equations is a vital skill in maths. This bronze module will show you how to solve basic equations and inequalities with letters and numbers on both sides.
Video 109: Outcome 1 - Solving two step equations. Grab a pen and your Rigour jotter. Make sure you try all the questions!
Video 110: Outcome 2 - Solving two step inequalities. Remember to copy down the worked examples and take notes. These will help you revise and remember!
Next steps...
For additional practice, try this bronze assessment under exam conditions. To check your answers click here.
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Try this bronze assessment under exam conditions. For the answers, click here.
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Silver Level
At silver level we learn how to solve multi-step equations and inequalities. Essential practise here folks!
Video 111: Outcome 1 - Solving multi-step equations. Grab a pen and your Rigour jotter. Make sure you try all the questions!
Video 112: Outcome 2 - Solving multi-step inequalities. Remember to copy down the worked examples and take notes. These will help you revise and remember!
Next steps...
Perfect your skills with this silver video. To check your answers click here.
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See how your skills are progressing with this silver assessment. Try it under exam conditions. For the answers, click here.
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Gold Level
At gold level we learn how to solve equations with brackets and negative inequalities. Well worth a watch!
Video 113: Outcome 1 - Solving equations with brackets. Grab a pen and your Rigour jotter. Make sure you try all the questions!
Video 114: Outcome 2 - Solving negative inequalities. Remember to copy down the worked examples and take notes. These will help you revise and remember!
Next steps...
Hard work and dedication will see you master these skills. Try this gold homework for additional practice. To check your answers click here.
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Had enough practice? Try this gold assessment under exam condtions. For the answers, click here.
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SQA Pastpaper Questions with video solutions
Once you have mastered the skills, why not try these past exam questions? Click on each question to play the video. Pause it when prompted to do so and have a go yourself first. When you've finished check the solution. As a rough guide;
Intermediate 1/General = CfE 4th Level/National 4 Maths
Intermediate 1 SQA Pastpaper Questions...
- 2015 Paper 1 Question 8
- 2014 Paper 1 Question 3
- 2013 Paper 2 Question 4
- 2012 Paper 2 Question 7
- 2011 Paper 1 Question 6
- 2010 Paper 1 Question 6
- 2009 Paper 1 Question 5
- 2008 Paper 1 Question 6
- 2007 Paper 2 Question 4
- 2006 Paper 1 Question 6
- 2005 Paper 1 Question 4
- 2004 Paper 1 Question 5
- 2003 Paper 1 Question 4
- 2002 Paper 1 Question 6
- 2001 Paper 1 Question 5
- 2000 Paper 2 Question 6
Or alternatively click here to view the pastpaper playlist - remember to hit the shuffle button!
Congratulations!
You have completed this module - well done! Remember to go back and redo any areas of weakness, that's how we improve. If you are happy with all areas, go back to the main menu and pick another topic to practice!
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