LIEBENBERG HIGH SCHOOL
Class: Form 2
Subject: Mathematics
Topic: Algebra
Sub-topic: Solving Linear Equations with Fractions and Brackets
Time: 30 Minutes
Objectives
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
Remove brackets correctly.
Clear fractions using the LCM.
Solve simple linear equations involving fractions and brackets.
Assumed Knowledge
Simplifying algebraic expressions
Basic operations with fractions.
Solving simple linear equations.
Introduction (5 min)
Review how to expand brackets and find the LCM of denominators.
2. Simplify:
x + 7 = 14
3. Subtract 7 from both sides
x=7
Conclusion (5 min)
Ask learners to solve similar equations involving fractions and brackets and discuss their answers.