Simplifying Surds

This worksheet has 36 questions covering the rules for simplifying surds: adding, subtracting, multiplying, expanding brackets and evaluating indices. It includes worked answers for self-marking.
As a tool for Assessment for Learning, teachers can use this worksheet in class or set it for homework once the teaching of this topic has been completed. It can also be made available to students on a school's VLE as a revision tool for independent study.
The worksheet is targeted at GCSE students (grades 6 - 9) and AS-level students. It should take students, depending on their ability level and understanding of the topic, between two and three hours to complete this worksheet.
The worked answers accompanying this worksheet allow the teaching and learning to continue beyond the classroom and GCSE students aiming for a grade 9 will find this a very useful resource.

For your convenience, the Word file is included and can be edited to meet the needs of your students.