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K–10Mathematics K–10 Syllabus (2022)

Implementation from 2024
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Stage 4

Data classification and visualisation
Classify data as either numerical (discrete or continuous) or categorical (nominal or ordinal) variables
  • Define a Loading  in the context of statistics as any characteristic, number or quantity that can be measured or counted

  • Classify and describe variables as numerical or categorical

  • Describe a Loading  as either Loading  or Loading 

  • Describe a Loading  as nominal or ordinal

  • Distinguish between and compare numerical (discrete or continuous) and categorical (nominal or ordinal) variables

Display data using graphical representations relevant to the purpose of the data
  • Represent single Loading  using Loading , including frequency histograms and polygons, dot plots, Loading , divided bar graphs, column graphs, Loading  graphs, sector graphs and pictograms, with or without digital tools

  • Include sources, titles, labels and scales when displaying data in a graph

  • Select the type of graph best suited to represent various single datasets and justify the choice of graph

  • Represent a dataset using a statistical Loading  and justify the choice of graphical representation used

Interpret data in graphical representations
  • Identify and interpret data displayed on graphs

  • Identify features of graphical representations to draw conclusions

  • Interpret Loading  in graphical representations to make predictions

  • Explain why a given graphical representation can lead to a misinterpretation of data

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