GCSE Maths Higher - Equations and Inequalities

Master Equations and Inequalities for GCSE Higher Maths with this comprehensive Try, Review, Identify, Practise workbook, designed to support students working towards grades 6–9.

This professionally structured resource provides complete coverage of Equations and Inequalities topics from the GCSE Higher specification using authentic past exam questions. Ideal for classroom teaching, homework, intervention, tutoring, or independent revision.

What’s Included

• Full Equations and Inequalities topic coverage for GCSE Higher Maths
• Structured Try, Review, Identify, Practise (TRIP) method
• Two closely matched exam-style questions per skill
• Questions taken from real GCSE past papers
• Complete mark scheme including answers for shadow questions
• RAG (Red/Amber/Green) self-assessment on every question
• Print-ready PDF – no preparation required

Topics Covered

• Factorising quadratic expressions
• Solving quadratics by factorisation
• Solving linear and quadratic equations with fractions
• Solving quadratics by completing the square
• Solving using the quadratic formula
• Solving linear simultaneous equations
• Solving simultaneous equations using a quadratic
• Solving simultaneous equations in context
• Solving linear inequalities
• Solving quadratic inequalities
• Graphical inequalities
• Solving quadratic equations from context

The Try, Review, Identify, Practise Approach

Each skill is practised using two parallel exam questions:

• Try the first question independently
• Review using the mark scheme
• Identify mistakes or misconceptions
• Practise immediately with the shadow question

This structure builds confidence, accuracy, and exam technique, helping students secure methods before working independently.

Perfect For

• GCSE Higher Maths classroom lessons
• Homework and weekly revision tasks
• Intervention and catch-up sessions
• Private tutoring
• Independent study
• Cover lessons (fully self-contained)

Why This Resource Works

• Exam-authentic questions from past papers
• Systematic coverage across 12 distinct skills
• Structured repetition without overload
• Encourages reflection using RAG ratings
• Full mark schemes to support learning from mistakes
• Strong focus on problem solving and application

Student Benefits

• Clear progression through all Equations and Inequalities topics
• Practice with genuine GCSE exam questions
• Immediate application of each skill twice
• Builds confidence and exam readiness
• Helps identify strengths and gaps quickly

Part of a complete GCSE Higher Maths revision course. Can be used standalone or as part of a structured revision programme – Week 10 in the Trip Maths sequence.