AQA Level 2 Further Maths
AQA Level 2 Further Maths Factorising and Simplifying Exam Questions
Free AQA Level 2 Further Maths exam questions on Factorising and Simplifying, with full model answers. Covers factorising and Simplifying.
Factorising and Simplifying exam questions
1 question pack of real past exam questions with its mark scheme. Answer every question without notes, then mark your answers line by line against the mark scheme.
About AQA Level 2 Further Maths Factorising and Simplifying
Factorising and Simplifying is a Grade 8+ topic in AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Maths (8365). It builds on Higher GCSE Maths and leads into A Level. Answer the pack without notes, then mark every line against the model answers.
What you need to know
- Factorising Common factors, quadratics and difference of two squares.
- Algebraic fractions Factorise then cancel.
- Harder quadratics ax² + bx + c with a > 1.
Common mistakes in Factorising and Simplifying
- Cancelling terms rather than factors.
- Sign errors.
Try two Factorising and Simplifying exam-style questions
1. Simplify (x² − 4)/(x² + x − 6). (2 marks)
Show the mark scheme answer
(x + 2)/(x + 3)
2. Factorise 6x² − x − 2. (2 marks)
Show the mark scheme answer
(3x − 2)(2x + 1)
Factorising and Simplifying FAQs
Is Factorising and Simplifying in AQA Level 2 Further Maths?
Yes, it is part of the AQA Level 2 Certificate in Further Maths (8365).
What grade is Factorising and Simplifying?
It is aimed at Grade 8 and above.
How should I use these Factorising and Simplifying questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each line against the model answers.