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Simple equations

Solve one-step equations written with a box or letter.

Taught in Primary 5 in Nigeria (NERDC), Grade 5 in Canada (Ontario).

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Nigeria (NERDC)

Primary 5

Strand
Algebraic Processes
Called
Simple equations
How it's taught
Algebraic Processes: open sentences (□ + 4 = 9) leading to simple equations with letters in upper primary.
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United Kingdom (National Curriculum)

Not taught as a distinct skill at primary level.

Canada (Ontario)

Grade 5

Strand
Algebra
Called
Simple equations
How it's taught
Algebra strand from Grade 1: patterns, then variables and equalities; includes coding expectations (sequential events, loops, conditionals).
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