simplifying surds

Simplifying Surd

By the end of this unit, students will be able to: understand the concept of surds and their significance in mathematics; simplify surds; apply surds…
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Lesson Overview

By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. understand the concept of surds and their significance in mathematics;
  2. simplify surds;
  3. apply surds in algebraic manipulations and geometric calculations.

Curriculum Alignment: Key Stage 4: Number

  • calculate exactly with fractions, {surds} and multiples of π {simplify surd expressions involving squares [for example √12 = √(4 × 3) = √4 × √3 = 2√3] and rationalise denominators}

What’s Included:

  • Three-part Lesson
  • Self-marking Activities
  • Fluency, Reasoning and Problem-solving Questions.
  • Engaging Drag and Drop Activities
  • Interactive Self-marking Worksheet
  • Printable Worksheets to Consolidate Learning

Last updated on: February 16, 2026

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