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Maths Assignment
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Maths Assignment

MATHS ASSIGNMENT
Based on Grimley’s quote, numeracy and mathematics are two terms that are often used
interchangeably. Despite the two words having similarities in many aspects, they need to be
considered separately. Mathematics is a study that deals with the manipulation of numbers in
solving difficult theoretical concepts. The study delves deeper into the use of multiplication,
addition, and other complicated mathematical operations. However, most of the knowledge
gained in the study of mathematics is applicable in many aspects of life. Therefore, the term
numeracy refers to people’s ability to make use of mathematical knowledge in solving problems
in their daily lives.
Discussion 1
Mathematics is a science that deals with the study of numbers, quantities, shapes, and
correlating operations. The study encompasses the use of specialized operations in solving
complex tasks in a range of fields in science. For instance, mathematics knowledge has been
crucial in solving concepts relating to velocity, light, and heat (Nakakoji & Wilson, 2018).
Geometry, calculus, trigonometry are examples of subfields that are encompassed in the term
mathematics. As corroborated by Wilkins (2016), mathematics is less practical, with most of its
concepts defined within a theoretical perspective. The study entails developing interrelations in
the conceptual space.
Numeracy, on the other hand, is the competence and the skill that one develops in dealing
with the practical application of mathematical knowledge in daily lives. Based on the study
conducted by Wilkins (2016), numeracy harbors similarities with literacy. Both terms describe
the ability to effectively interpret mathematical concepts when applied in daily life concepts
(Evans, Yasukawa, Mallows & Creese, 2017). For instance, the skills to understand graphical
information in news reports exhibit what numeracy entails. The application of mathematical
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formulas in daily life activities requires confidence, which can only be gained through mastering
numeracy skills.
In comparison, mathematics is broader than numeracy. While mathematical concepts
span from algebra, geometry to calculus, numeracy, on the other hand, only encompasses the
ability to grasp mathematical concepts. Numeracy is a skill that facilitates the application of
mathematical concepts in solving real-life challenges.
Despite the many differences between numeracy and mathematics, both terms harbor
similarities. In both terms, normal mathematical operations of subtraction, addition,
multiplication, and division apply. The two terms are also based on the same principles described
in math. For instance, the knowledge used in determining the balance received in fueling a car
does not differ from the one used in solving simple subtraction tasks in class.
Discussion 2
Mostly, numeracy describes the skills that are not necessarily taught in class. The term
primarily describes a person’s ability to use mathematical knowledge learned in class to solve
real-life challenges. Over the years, numeracy skills have increasingly gained much application
in many aspects of life. For example, today, most people use numeracy skills in managing their
finances. Budgeting personal finances, calculating the interest rates of loans, and predicting
future spending are all essential aspects of daily life that require one to have exemplary
numeracy skills. In managing personal finances, complex mathematical concepts are always in
play. For instance, in budgeting, the basic idea of mathematical permutations applies. The logic
of determining the number of products that fit in a given budget requires some substantive
background knowledge in mathematical permutation, subtraction, and addition operations.
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