MathsYears 7–9Algebra
Simplifying expressions
Collect like terms and simplify algebraic expressions
What you'll learn
- 1
Imagine you have 3 apples and your friend gives you 2 more apples. You now have 5 apples — that's simplifying!
- 2
What is a + a + a?
- 3
Group the 🍎 symbols to simplify: a + a + a + a + a
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Simplify: 2a + 3a + a
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Simplify: 4b + 2b
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Now try: 5c + 2c + c. Drag the terms to group them.
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Simplify: 3x + 4x + 2x
Practise Simplifying expressions with Whizlo
Free AI-tutored lessons, unlimited practice questions, and progress tracking for ages 11–14. Aligned to the UK National Curriculum.