Year 6 Algebra
Use simple formulae; substitute values into expressions; solve linear equations; generate sequences using the nth term.
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Worked examples
RookieRead and interpret directly.
If a = 4, what is 3a?
- 12
- 7
- 34
- 1
Answer: 12. 3a = 3 × a = 3 × 4 = 12.
ProCompare and infer.
The nth term of a sequence is 2n + 3. What is the 5th term?
- 13
- 10
- 5
- 23
Answer: 13. 2 × 5 + 3 = 13.
GuruMulti-step reasoning.
The nth term of a sequence is 4n − 1. Is 50 a term in this sequence? Justify.
- No — 4n − 1 = 50 gives n = 12.75, not a whole number.
- Yes.
- Cannot tell.
- Yes — at n = 13.
Answer: No — 4n − 1 = 50 gives n = 12.75, not a whole number.. n must be a whole number.
Skills in this topic
- Solving EquationsPractise solving equations within Algebra for Year 6, with worked examples and instant feedback.
- SubstitutionPractise substitution within Algebra for Year 6, with worked examples and instant feedback.
- Nth TermPractise nth term within Algebra for Year 6, with worked examples and instant feedback.
- Simultaneous EquationsPractise simultaneous equations within Algebra for Year 6, with worked examples and instant feedback.
Frequently asked questions
- What is covered in Year 6 Algebra?
- Use simple formulae; substitute values into expressions; solve linear equations; generate sequences using the nth term. Key skills include Solving Equations, Substitution, Nth Term, Simultaneous Equations.
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