13/10/2026
A two-minute check: does your child understand algebra, or just remember the steps?
Ask them to solve:
5x − 7 = 2x + 8
Then ask:
"Why do you subtract 2x from both sides?"
"How can you check your answer?"
The answer is x = 5. Substituting it back gives 18 on both sides.
Explaining the method can reveal more than getting one answer right. This is a starting check, not a complete assessment of their algebra skills.
If your child struggles to explain their method, request a free 55-minute Maths assessment on WhatsApp:
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