# Maths: Algebra: equations and inequalities

> 6 questions based on past NSC papers, on algebra: equations and inequalities, 24 marks in our Paper 1 questions. Answer one and see it marked mark by mark.

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Last updated: 2026-11-12

## Questions

- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q1.1.1 (2 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/maths/2024-nov-p1/q1-1-1/): Solve for x: x(x + 5) = 0
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q1.1.2 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/maths/2024-nov-p1/q1-1-2/): Solve for x: 3x^2 + 2 = 7x. Round your answers to TWO decimal places.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q1.1.3 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/maths/2024-nov-p1/q1-1-3/): Solve for x: x^2 - 4x - 5 > 0
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q1.1.4 (5 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/maths/2024-nov-p1/q1-1-4/): Solve for x: 3^(2x) - 3^(x+2) + 8 = 0. Hint: leave your answers in exact form if needed.
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q1.1.5 (4 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/maths/2024-nov-p1/q1-1-5/): Solve for x: √(3x+10)-x=2
- [Nov 2024 · Paper 1 · Q1.2 (5 marks)](https://sharpkop.co.za/maths/2024-nov-p1/q1-2/): Solve for x and y simultaneously: 2x + y = 5 y^2 + xy = 3

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