Mathematics A-Level
Algebraic rearrangement and factorisation
What Algebraic rearrangement and factorisation means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Algebraic rearrangement and factorisation
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Looking for common factors and factorising first where necessary to enable separation, and rearranging the solution to the required form.
Topics that use Algebraic rearrangement and factorisation
- H: Integration (AQA A-Level)
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