Understanding BIDMAS/BODMAS is really important for Year 7 students. It helps to make tricky math problems easier by showing us the order in which to do the math.

BIDMAS stands for:

• Brackets
• Indices (which means powers)
• Division and Multiplication (do these from left to right)
• Addition and Subtraction (also from left to right)

Why is this important?

When you see a math expression like (3 + 2 \times (5 - 1)^2), knowing BIDMAS helps you figure it out step by step.

Example Breakdown:

1. Brackets: First, solve what's in the brackets: (5 - 1 = 4).
2. Indices: Next, raise 4 to the power of 2: (4^2 = 16).
3. Multiplication: After that, multiply: (2 \times 16 = 32).
4. Addition: Finally, add: (3 + 32 = 35).

So, using BIDMAS, we find that this expression equals (35).

Conclusion

By following the BIDMAS/BODMAS rules, Year 7 students can feel more confident as they break down and simplify complicated math problems. This helps them solve problems correctly and clearly.