Five a Day - Algebra 2

The "Maths Five a Day" resource from KS2Gems provides a set of five questions each day, designed to mirror the style of questions found in SATs papers. This particular set focuses on algebra, including simple formulae and linear number sequences. Teachers can use these questions as a starter activity to gauge students' understanding or for retrieval practice to reinforce knowledge. Each question is followed by an answer slide, allowing for immediate feedback and discussion.

The first question challenges students to apply a formula to a given value, such as calculating "2n – 9" when n equals 18, and solving for z in the equation "3z + 4 = 100". The second question involves deducing the value of shapes that represent numbers, with the aim of reaching a specified total. The third question presents a real-life application, asking students to determine cooking times for roasting beef based on its mass. In the fourth question, students explore a formula used by a baker to calculate the cost of cake decorations, working out both specific costs and budget constraints. The final question tasks students with completing a number sequence following a specific rule. These exercises are designed to enhance problem-solving skills and mathematical reasoning in a practical context.