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Assessment Resource Centre (ARC)

Work Sample : Pat

Activity : Investing Money - Shares

    Investing Money - Shares - Pat : Grade Commentary

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Pat has selected a balanced share portfolio with good evidence to justify the selection. He/she has demonstrated both the explanation and assessment of factors influencing the decisions to maintain and modify the share portfolio. Decision-making and analysis begin very well but fall away in Week 4. The justifications are characteristic of work at Grade B. Tabulated information is effectively presented in concise form, which demonstrates complex communication skills, both written and graphic. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade B standard.

Grade B

The student has a thorough knowledge and understanding of the content and a high level of competence in the processes and skills. In addition, the student is able to apply this knowledge and these skills to most situations.

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Areas for Assessment

  • Knowledge of commerce
    Knowledge and understanding of consumer, financial, business, legal and employment matters
  • Skills in commerce
    Skills in decision-making, problem-solving, research, communication and working independently and collaboratively
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