Trolley Trauma - Yr 11 Foundation Practical Application Assessment

Brief Description: This practical application allows students to demonstrate their understanding, problem solving and reasoning in the context of using given trolley sizes to determine the number of collection points for a supermarket.Students will need to use the mathematical thinking process throughout this assessment. *Syllabus Dot Points: 1.2.6 use a calculator/spreadsheet efficiently and appropriately when more complex numbers or tasks are involved 1.3.1 identify and discuss situations which involve using length, mass and capacity measures 1.3.7 choose which standard length, mass or capacity unit is appropriate for everyday contexts 1.3.11 communicate solutions (oral and written)consistent with the language of the context.

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