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.

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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)

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(x + 2)/(x + 3)

2. Factorise 6x² − x − 2. (2 marks)

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(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.