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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Manipulate algebraic terms, leading to the solution of linear equations
   • Position number types on the number line
   • Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices
   • Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices
2. Construct mathematical formulas
   • Solve simple equations
   • Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer form
   • Create several formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer form
3. Simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulas
   • Simplify and evaluate several Boolean expressions
   • Complete truth tables based on simple Boolean expressions and logic
   • Simplify and evaluate several formulas
4. Manipulate number and character representation systems
   • Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems
   • Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary
   • Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character

Performance Evidence

Evidence of the ability to:

solve and evaluate mathematical problems

use mathematical formulae in standard and computer notation

simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulae

manipulate binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

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Knowledge Evidence

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

explain Boolean algebra

explain number types

explain binary memory storage

explain the application of mathematical terms and operations in computing

explain the calculation tools available.

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