GCSE Maths
GCSE Maths Equation of a Line Exam Questions
Free GCSE Maths exam questions on Equation of a Line, with full model answers. Covers finding y = mx + c from graphs, points and gradients.
Equation of a Line 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 GCSE Maths Equation of a Line
Equation of a Line is a Grade 5+ GCSE Maths topic, so it mostly comes up on Foundation and Higher tier papers. These questions suit every major board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, Eduqas, CCEA, Cambridge IGCSE, Edexcel IGCSE and OxfordAQA IGCSE. Work through the pack without notes, then mark every answer against the model answers and redo any you got wrong a few days later.
What you need to know
- Form m is gradient, c is the y-intercept.
- From two points Find m then c.
- Rearranging Write in y = mx + c form.
Common mistakes in Equation of a Line
- Using the x-intercept as c.
- Gradient upside down.
Try two Equation of a Line exam-style questions
1. Find the line through (2, 7) with gradient 3. (2 marks)
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y = 3x + 1
2. State the gradient of 2y = 6x − 4. (1 mark)
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3
Equation of a Line FAQs
Which exam boards include Equation of a Line?
These questions suit every major board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, Eduqas, CCEA, Cambridge IGCSE, Edexcel IGCSE and OxfordAQA IGCSE.
What grade is Equation of a Line in GCSE Maths?
It is a Grade 5+ topic, so it mostly appears on Foundation and Higher tier papers.
How should I use these Equation of a Line questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each answer against the model answers and redo the ones you got wrong.
