Essential Mathematics gives you the opportunity to extend your mathematical skills for use in everyday and workplace contexts. You will develop practical problem-solving skills to apply in diverse settings, such as everyday calculations, financial management, business applications, measurement and geometry, and statistics in social contexts. Essential Mathematics helps you to focus on developing computational skills and expanding your ability to apply mathematical skills in flexible and resourceful ways.

This subject is valuable if you are planning to pursue a career in a range of trades or vocations. Students who complete this subject with a C– or better will meet the numeracy requirement of the SACE.

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