GCSE Maths
GCSE Maths Gradient of a Line Exam Questions
Free GCSE Maths exam questions on Gradient of a Line, with full model answers. Covers calculating gradients from graphs and coordinates.
Gradient 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 Gradient of a Line
Gradient 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
- Formula Change in y ÷ change in x.
- Direction Positive slopes up, negative slopes down.
- Meaning Rate of change.
Common mistakes in Gradient of a Line
- Change in x over change in y.
- Sign errors.
Try two Gradient of a Line exam-style questions
1. Find the gradient through (1, 2) and (4, 11). (1 mark)
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2. What is the gradient of a horizontal line? (1 mark)
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Gradient of a Line FAQs
Which exam boards include Gradient 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 Gradient 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 Gradient of a Line questions?
Answer every question without notes, then check each answer against the model answers and redo the ones you got wrong.
