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Assessment Resource Centre (ARC)

Work Sample : Jo

Activity : Best Airfare Deals

    Best Airfare Deals - Jo : Grade Commentary

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Jo has demonstrated a high level of competence in applying problem-solving strategies to a real-life situation. Appropriate mathematical arguments have been used to reach and justify conclusions but some explanations could be clearer. A thorough understanding of the concept of a 'best buy' has been demonstrated but the description of the relationship in question 2 is inaccurate. This work sample demonstrates characteristics of work typically produced by a student performing at grade B standard midway through Stage 5.

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

  • Working mathematically
    Knowledge, skills and understanding developed through inquiry, application of problem-solving strategies, communication, reasoning and reflection
  • Number
    Knowledge, skills and understanding in mental and written computation and numerical reasoning
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