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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. 4x - 2
  2. (x - 2)(x + 1)
  3. (x + 2)(x - 1)
  4. (x + 2)²
  5. 4x - 1
  6. x² + 2x + 1
  7. (x + 3)(x - 1)
  8. 3x + 2
  9. (x + 1)(x - 1)

Example Grid:
13 30 15
23
—
(x + 2)²
—
20
—
4x - 2
—
15
—
3x + 2
—

Your Workings For Grid Sum

Enter your working out in this box:

Then insert your suggested answers in the grid below:

13
30
15
23
(x + 2)²
20
4x - 2
15
3x + 2

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Additional instructions for Grid Sum (Level 1, Medium)

Grid Sum – Medium

Organise your arithmetic. Medium grids often involve larger numbers or multiple operations.

  • Keep additions tidy.
  • Subtract carefully from totals.
  • After each placement, reassess the grid for new single-blank lines.

Key idea: progress compounds — each solved cell reduces complexity.

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