Instructions
Simplify the algebraic fractions given below. Then, expand and factorise the quadratic expressions. Show all your workings where applicable.
Part 1: Simplifying Algebraic Fractions
1. Simplify the fraction:
2. Simplify the fraction:
3. Simplify the fraction:
Part 2: Expanding Quadratic Expressions
1. Expand the expression:
2. Expand the expression:
Part 3: Factorising Quadratic Expressions
1. Factorise the expression:
2. Factorise the expression:
Part 4: Reflection
Explain in a few sentences how you approached simplifying the fractions and expanding/factorising the quadratic expressions.