Mathematics 0580 · IGCSE · Algebraic manipulation

Algebraic manipulation — practice question

(a(i))[2]

Express 70 as a product of prime factors.

(a(ii))[2]

Work out the highest common factor (HCF) of 70 and 112.

(a(iii))[2]

Determine the lowest common multiple (LCM) of $70x^4y^2$ and $112x^3y^5$.

(b(i))[1]

Simplify the expression $a^{12} \div a^4$.

(b(ii))[2]

Work out $\frac{5}{2b} \times \frac{bc}{20}$.

(c)[2]

Solve the equation $4 + 2x = 15$.

(d)[3]

Solve the equation $\frac{34 + 2x}{5} = 4 - x$.

(e(i))[2]

Determine $P$ when $d = 7$ and $m = -8$.

(e(ii))[3]

Rearrange the formula to express $m$ as the subject.

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