Mathematics – Interpreting and Presenting Information

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The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2026.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
QU007520
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Ungraded

Grade Descriptors

  • Ungraded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand how to obtain and interpret mathematical and statistical information.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Within a complex task, identify and evaluate possible sources of data.
  • 1.2
    Justify the choice of data collection procedures.
  • 1.3
    Evaluate actual or possible sources of error in collecting and recording data.
  • 1.4
    Justify the chosen methods of recording data.
  • 1.5
    Intepret the main characteristics of the data in relation to the task.
  • 1.6
    Work with large sets of data to calculate the mean, median, mode, range, interquartile range and standard deviation.
  • 1.7
    Interpret and make use of standard deviation.
2

Understand how to present mathematical and statistical information and evaluate.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Critically compare a range of techniques to present data.
  • 2.2
    Evaluate results including justify choice and use of presentation techniques and methods for the original purpose of the task.