Making Calculations

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Entry Level 3
Unit No:
K/505/4864
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
30 hours

Assessment Guidance

This unit maps to the Adult Numeracy Core Curriculum in the following areas: N1/E3.2; N1/E3.3; N1/E3.4; N1/E3.5; N1/E3.6; N1/E3.7; N1/E3.8; N1/E3.9; N1/E3.10; N2/E3.4.

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Be able to add and subtract whole numbers.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Add using three-digit numbers.
  • 1.2
    Subtract using three-digit numbers.
  • 1.3
    Approximate by rounding numbers less than 1000 to the nearest 10 or 100.
  • 1.4
    Recall addition and subtraction facts to 20.
  • 1.5
    Estimate answers to addition and subtraction calculations.
2

Be able to multiply and divide whole numbers.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Multiply two- digit whole numbers by single-digit numbers.
  • 2.2
    Recall simple multiplication tables 2, 3, 4, 5, 10.
  • 2.3
    Divide two-digit whole numbers by single digit whole numbers.
  • 2.4
    Interpret remainders in division operations.
  • 2.5
    Estimate answers to multiplication and division calculations.
3

Be able to solve problems with and without a calculator.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Interpret +, -, x, ÷ and = in practical situations.
  • 3.2
    Solve problems involving whole numbers and decimals.
  • 3.3
    Use of the standard order of operations in practical situations to solve multi-step calculations.
  • 3.4
    Solve two-step word problems.