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Mathematics for adulthood: Retail

Challenge reference: 6527

Active
Notional learning hours
20
Level
Entry 3
Subject area
Mathematics
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Employment Independent living and housing
Vocational area
Manufacturing
Skills
Numeracy Problem solving
Learning aim
The learner will develop skills in number and using money in a retail context.
Learning context
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Learning outcomes

(What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do)

The learner will:

  • 1 .  

    Be able to solve problems using the +,-,x, ÷,and = signs in a retail context. 

  • 2 .  

    Be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding  and application of using money in a retail context. 

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Assessment criteria

(What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome)

The learner can:

  • Use a calculator and the +,-,÷, x and = signs to solve simple problems in a retail context
  • Use and interpret +,-,x, ÷ and  = for solving problems in a retail context
  • Appreciate the purchasing power of amounts of money (notes) e.g do they have enough money to buy an item
  • Use decimal notation for money e.g. understand that £3.20 should not be written as £3.2 or £3.20p in a retail context
  • Interpret a calculator display e.g. understand that 3.2 (in pounds) on a calculator means £3.20 in a retail context
  • Add amounts of money and give change in a retail context
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Assessment methodology

Assessment methodology
Linked to learning outcome
Labelled product, video or photographic evidence
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