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[Foundation and Higher] Find approximate solutions to linear equations using a graph.

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Solving equations and inequalities

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Linear equations

AQA GCSE MathematicsAlgebra

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[Foundation and Higher] Find approximate solutions to linear equations using a graph. is assessed within Solving equations and inequalities. Linear graphical solutions come from reading where a straight line reaches a required value or crosses another line. Students should identify the relevant line, locate the intersection or intercept, and read the coordinate using the graph scale. This is different from quadratic graphical solving because there is normally one straight-line crossing rather than a curved graph with two roots. For exam answers, show the chosen representation, calculation step or graph reading before giving the final value.

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linear equation

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This objective helps connect Linear equations to exam-style questions, flashcards, and revision notes for Solving equations and inequalities.

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  • Linear equations common mistake 1: Show the method first, then give the final answer in the required form. Apply this directly to Linear equations.

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