These Year 8 algebra multiple choice questions check your understanding of algebra: expressions and factorising with 10 questions for pupils aged 12-13. Each question has four answers, and the right one is explained as soon as you choose.
Year 8 algebra multiple choice questions: the 10 questions
Simplify \(7x-3x+2\).
Simplify \(2a\times5a\).
Expand \(4(x-3)\).
Expand \(-2(x-5)\).
Factorise \(8x+12\).
Factorise fully \(9x^2+6x\).
Simplify \(x^6\div x^2\).
Which pair are like terms?
Expand and simplify \(2(x+1)+3(x+2)\).
Simplify \((3x^2)^2\).
How to use these Year 8 algebra multiple choice questions
First, read each question carefully before you look at the four answers. Then work the answer out on paper, so that you do not simply guess. After that, read the explanation, even when you are right. If you score less than 7 out of 10, go back to the algebra: expressions and factorising lesson.
Finally, practise more with the algebra: expressions and factorising worksheet and the quiz. Moreover, all the pages of this chapter work together, so you can move between them at any time. For example, many pupils read the lesson on Monday, practise on Wednesday and test themselves on Friday.
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