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Skill Statements: The Skill Statement gives the reader direction on how an assessment item is written. The Skill Statement describes what information may be given and/or the format of that information. In addition, the Skill Statement describes how the student is expected to respond to the item.

Goal 1 Functions and Algebra

Expectation 1.2 The student will model and interpret real-world situations using the language of mathematics and appropriate technology.

Indicator 1.2.5 The student will apply formulas and/or use matrices (arrays of numbers) to solve real-world problems.

Assessment Limits:

  • Formulas will be provided in the problem or on the reference sheet.
  • Formulas may express linear or non-linear relationships.
  • The students will be expected to solve for first degree variables only.
  • Matrices will represent data in tables.
  • Matrix addition, subtraction, and/or scalar multiplication may be necessary.
  • Inverse and determinants of matrices will not be required.

Skill Statements
1.

Given a formula, students will substitute values, solve and interpret solutions in the context of a problem.
2.

Given matrices, the students will perform operations and interpret solutions in real-world contexts.
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Resources for 1.2.5:
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