Forming and Solving Equations

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The lengths, in cm, of the sides of a triangle are $2 x + 7$ , $3 x - 4$ and $x + 3$

A triangle with side lengths labeled as 2x + 7, 3x - 4, and x + 3.

Write down an expression, in terms of $x$ , for the perimeter of the triangle.

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The perimeter of the triangle is 54 cm. Work out the value of $x$ .

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Forming and Solving Equations Questions

Practise Edexcel GCSE Maths Forming and Solving Equations with exam-style questions for Foundation and Higher tier. 78 questions, matched to the Edexcel GCSE Maths (1MA1) specification and written in Paper 1, Paper 2 and Paper 3 style. Every question includes a full worked solution and mark scheme, so you can see where marks are awarded rather than just whether you got the answer right.