Keystones — Cornerstone
Five GCSE retrieval questions · 22 March 2026 · mathsvault.uk/keystones
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1. Number Index law — multiplication
Simplify: x7 × x2
Answer: x9 -
2. Algebra Unknowns on both sides
Solve: 8x + 8 = 5x + 23
Answer: x = 5 -
3. Geometry Converting mixed metric units
Convert 3 litres to ml
Answer: 3000ml -
4. Ratio Mixed ratio problems
In a ratio of 4:2, what fraction is the first part?
Answer: 4⁄6 -
5. Statistics Expected frequency
A die is rolled 36 times. How many times would you expect to get a 6?
Answer: 6