Trial and improvement - Explaining the method

Last updated: 15/11/2023
Contributor: Teachit Author
Trial and improvement - Explaining the method
Main Subject
Key stage
Category
Algebra: Numerical methods
Inside
Includes answers
Resource type
Student activity
Complete lesson

A clear and in-depth presentation showing how to solve equations using trial and improvement, giving three worked examples for finding a solution to one decimal place, plus five questions to try.

The final two slides introduce working to two decimal places. Ideal to allow students to work through at their own pace, or for cover lessons.

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5

07/01/2020

5

12/12/2018

This is an amazing resource. Clear explanation and superb as an introduction or as revision.

Robert Jackson

27/05/2014

5

5

07/01/2020

5

12/12/2018

This is an amazing resource. Clear explanation and superb as an introduction or as revision.

Robert Jackson

27/05/2014

5