Numbers: Use computational tools and strategies to make estimations and approximations

Subject outcome 1.1

Use computational tools and strategies to make estimations and approximations.

Learning outcomes

  • Use a scientific calculator correctly to solve expressions involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, squares, cubes, square roots and cube roots.
  • Estimate and approximate physical quantities to solve problems in practical situations. Quantities include length, time, mass and temperature.

Unit 1

By the end of this unit you will be able to:

  • Use a scientific calculator competently and efficiently.
  • Execute algorithms appropriately in calculations.
  • Take and record measurements to the degree of accuracy of the instrument.

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National Curriculum (Vocational) Mathematics Level 2 by Department of Higher Education is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.

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