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Linear equation — AQA Mathematics Definition | GradeGen.AI

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Linear equation

GCSEAQA8300

Linear equation

Key term for AQA GCSE Mathematics, used in Graphs.

Definition

An algebraic equation such as $y = mx + c$ that represents a straight line when plotted on a Cartesian grid.

Exam Context

Linear equation appears in AQA GCSE Mathematics revision content for Algebra, especially Graphs and Straight-Line Graphs.

Algebra Graphs Straight-Line Graphs

Study Pathways

Algebra

Graphs

Straight-Line Graphs

Algebra

Solving equations and inequalities

Algebraic Modelling

Algebra

Solving equations and inequalities

Linear Equations

Found in Revision Notes

Algebra

Straight-Line Graphs

Graphs • Straight-Line Graphs

Algebra

Algebraic Modelling

Solving equations and inequalities • Algebraic Modelling

Related Key Terms

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Algebra

Linear Equations

Solving equations and inequalities • Linear Equations

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