Linear algebra is the first kind of algebra that a student is introduced to.
We recognise linear equations because each term is either a constant or the product of a constant and a variable. Note that there are no squares or other powers, an no xy terms or anything like that. These equations can have one or more variables but we are limited to one variable per term.
Although the study of linear equations is extensive and can enter many dimensions, and can involve complex numbers (for example), I am mostly going to restrict myself to work that would be covered in high school (and the first year or so of college/university).
Graeme’s approach to explaining maths formulas made it easy for my children to grasp. Graeme had a number of methods by which he could explain each problem, giving the students a clear understanding of how to approach each area of maths. My students came away feeling confident of when, and how to apply each formula to solve the maths problems.
Sarah G (parent, 2011)
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