Functions and algebra: Manipulate and simplify algebraic expressions
Subject outcome
Subject outcome 2.2: Manipulate and simplify algebraic expressions
Learning outcomes
- Simplify algebraic fractions with monomial, binomial and trinomial denominators where two or more fractions are added, subtracted, divided or multiplied by each other.
- Manipulate and simplify algebraic expressions by completing the square.
Unit 1 outcomes
By the end of this unit you will be able to:
- Multiply algebraic fractions using factorisation.
- Divide algebraic fractions using factorisation.
Unit 2 outcomes
By the end of this unit you will be able to:
- Add algebraic fractions
- Subtract algebraic fractions with monomial, binomial and trinomial denominators.
Unit 3 outcomes
By the end of this unit you will be able to:
- Manipulate and simplify algebraic expressions by completing the square.
