Understanding terms and expressions In algebra, letters are used when numbers are not known. Algebraic terms, such as \ (2s\) or \ (8y\), leave the multiplication signs out.

Revise how to simplify algebra using skills of expanding brackets and factorising expressions with this BBC Bitesize GCSE Maths Eduqas guide.

Examples of Algebraic Expressions: x + 3, 4xy + 7, 2y – 5, etc Algebraic Expressions are formed using variables (letters) and constants.