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Grid Sum Level 1 Medium maths puzzle involving algebra, column, expressions and grid

Grid Sum – Level 1 – Medium

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Topics: algebra, column, expressions, grid, linear equations, row

Each row and column must add up to the totals shown – but all the values are algebra expressions. Work out the value of x, then fill in the grid using each expression once.

Available Expressions (use each exactly once):
  1. x² + 2x + 1
  2. (x + 2)²
  3. 4x - 2
  4. x² - x + 2
  5. (x - 2)(x + 1)
  6. (x - 2)(x + 2)
  7. 4x - 1
  8. (x + 3)(x - 1)
  9. (x + 3)(x - 2)

Example Grid:
49 27 21
24
x² - x + 2
4x - 1
—
26
—
—
—
47
(x + 2)²
—
—

Your Workings For Grid Sum

Enter your working out in this box:

Then insert your suggested answers in the grid below:

49
27
21
24
x² - x + 2
4x - 1
26
47
(x + 2)²

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Additional instructions for Grid Sum (Level 1, Medium)

Grid Sum – Medium

Look for balance patterns. If two rows share most numbers, differences between their totals can reveal a missing value.

  • Compare similar rows or columns.
  • Use subtraction between totals to isolate a blank.
  • Confirm the result satisfies both axes.

Finish: verify the entire grid once completed.

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