Gr10 Math Lit: Term test 2
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What is the main purpose of managing household bills?

  • To track expenses for personal entertainment
  • To calculate income tax
  • To manage personal and household finances (correct)
  • To keep a record of receipts

Which of the following is NOT a component of a municipal bill?

  • Personal identification number (correct)
  • Total amount due and payment due date
  • Invoice number
  • Property owner and address

What does the term 'credit' refer to in the context of financial documents?

  • Money paid into an account (correct)
  • Money spent on groceries
  • Money paid from an account
  • Money owed

What is the purpose of the Easy Pay payment number on a municipal bill?

<p>To make online payments (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tax is added to the cost of most items and services in South Africa?

<p>Value Added Tax (VAT) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'opening balance' on a municipal bill?

<p>The amount due on the account before the current month's expenses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

<p>To provide a record of purchased items and costs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'closing balance' on a municipal bill?

<p>The total amount due after adding the current month's expenses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert km to m?

<p>Length in m = Length in km × 1000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many millilitres are in 1 kilolitre?

<p>1,000,000 ml (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert ml to l?

<p>Volume in l = Volume in ml ÷ 1000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many grams are in 1 kilogram?

<p>1000 g (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert tsp to ml?

<p>Volume in ml = Volume in tsp × 5 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a trundle wheel?

<p>Measuring distance in meters (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert cups to ml?

<p>Volume in ml = Volume in cups × 250 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a kitchen scale?

<p>Measuring small quantities of food (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert kg to g?

<p>Weight in g = Weight in kg × 1000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an odometer?

<p>Measuring distance travelled by a vehicle (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tariff system is used for electricity, water, and sewage?

<p>Municipal Tariffs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate municipal costs?

<p>Total Cost = ∑(Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of payment paired with the unit of measurement for electricity tariffs?

<p>Cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of document provides details of purchased items, including their prices and VAT charged?

<p>Till Slip (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a tariff?

<p>A pre-determined schedule of prices for services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate telephone costs?

<p>Total Cost = Basic Fixed Charge + (Rate per Second × Duration in Seconds) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tariff system is used for buses, taxis, and trains?

<p>Transport Tariffs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many millimetres are in 1 centimetre?

<p>10 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert length from centimetres to millimetres?

<p>Length in mm = Length in cm × 10 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of credit available in store accounts?

<p>The amount of credit still available for use (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion for 1 tonne?

<p>1000 kg (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the total cost of an item?

<p>Total Cost = Weight Needed x Price per Kilogram (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal human body temperature range?

<p>36°C to 37°C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of scale in the context of maps?

<p>A ratio representing the distance on the map to the actual distance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for using a number scale to measure distance on a map?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance on Map x Scale Factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion for 1 Liter?

<p>1000 ml (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What instrument is used to measure human body temperature?

<p>Analogue Thermometer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for using a bar scale to measure distance on a map?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance on Map / Length of One Segment) x Distance Represented by One Segment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>Bar scales adjust proportionally when resizing maps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for volume?

<p>Liter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance on Map / Length of One Segment) x Distance Represented by One Segment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a number scale?

<p>It involves simple calculations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disadvantage of using a bar scale?

<p>It requires measuring the length of one segment and more complex calculations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you use when providing directions?

<p>Clear and concise language, and reference known landmarks or easily identifiable features (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a seating plan used for?

<p>To show the layout of a cinema or theatre (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the scaled measurement from an actual measurement?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement / Scale Factor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using scales on maps?

<p>To accurately interpret and navigate maps (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a floor plan used for?

<p>To show the layout of a building or room (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you include when reading seating and floor plans?

<p>Measurements and the location of furniture, windows, and doors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the scale of a map represent?

<p>The distance on the map to the actual distance in real life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to use when working with a number scale?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance on Map × Scale Factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using a bar scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to know to draw a scaled map?

<p>The actual measurements of everything to be included and the scale to be used (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to use when working with a bar scale?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance on Map / Length of One Segment) × Distance Represented by One Segment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a disadvantage of using a number scale?

<p>It becomes incorrect if the map is resized (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do you need to do to use a number or bar scale to measure distance?

<p>Measure the distance on the map and multiply by the scale factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of understanding scale maps?

<p>To accurately interpret and navigate maps and plans (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert actual measurements to scaled measurements?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement / Scale Factor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an advantage of using a number scale?

<p>It is simple to use as it requires measuring only one distance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a number scale in map reading?

<p>To calculate the real distance from a map measurement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you convert real measurements to a scaled map?

<p>Divide the real measurements by the scale (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using landmarks in directions?

<p>To provide a clear and concise reference point (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of plan is used to show the layout of a cinema or theatre?

<p>Seating plan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in a floor plan?

<p>Measurements, location of furniture, windows, and doors, and symbols for common elements (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disadvantage of using a number scale?

<p>It becomes inaccurate when the map is resized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you find the real distance from a map measurement using a number scale?

<p>Multiply the map measurement by the scale (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a municipal bill?

<p>To detail the services used and the amounts due (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is included in the components of a municipal bill?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a store account statement?

<p>To provide a record of purchases made and payments owed (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Value Added Tax (VAT) in South Africa?

<p>A fixed extra cost added to the cost of most items and services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does a tariff typically include?

<p>A unit of payment paired with a unit of measurement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the opening balance and the closing balance on a municipal bill?

<p>The opening balance is the amount due before the current month's expenses, and the closing balance is the total amount due after adding the current month's expenses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating municipal costs?

<p>Total Cost = ∑(Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

<p>To provide a receipt for a specific transaction, including prices and VAT charged (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a bill in household finance?

<p>To detail the amount paid and the amount due (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is debt in the context of financial documents?

<p>Money owed (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tariff system is used for buses, taxis, and trains?

<p>Transport Tariffs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip in household finance?

<p>To provide a record of purchased items and their costs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating telephone costs?

<p>Total Cost = Basic Fixed Charge + (Rate per Second × Duration in Seconds) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff system?

<p>To determine the cost of a service based on the unit of measurement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for the volume of a liquid?

<p>litre (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do municipal tariffs typically work?

<p>The cost per unit typically increases with higher usage levels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of credit available in store accounts?

<p>The amount of credit still available for use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion factor to convert milligrams to grams?

<p>1000 mg = 1 g (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting metric units of measurement?

<p>To compare values between different units (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What instrument is used to measure the distance travelled by a vehicle?

<p>Odometer (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert length from millimetres to centimetres?

<p>Length in cm = Length in mm ÷ 10 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert kilometres to metres?

<p>Length in m = Length in km * 1000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion for 1 kilogram?

<p>1000 grams (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion factor to convert kilograms to tonnes?

<p>1000 kg = 1 t (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What instrument is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

<p>Measuring cups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what temperature does water boil at sea level?

<p>100°C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a kitchen scale?

<p>To measure the weight of food (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the total cost of an item?

<p>Total Cost = Volume Needed × Price per Liter (A), Total Cost = Weight Needed × Price per Kilogram (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert millilitres to litres?

<p>Volume in l = Volume in ml / 1000 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It adjusts proportionally when resizing maps (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a market scale?

<p>To measure the weight of food in large quantities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert centimetres to millimetres?

<p>Length in mm = Length in cm * 10 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of scale in the context of maps?

<p>The ratio of the distance on the map to the actual distance in real life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for using a number scale to measure distance on a map?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance on Map × Scale Factor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a trundle wheel?

<p>To measure the distance of an object (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion for 1 liter?

<p>1000 millilitres (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using scales on maps?

<p>To provide a ratio of the distance on the map to the actual distance in real life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the normal human body temperature range?

<p>36°C to 37°C (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a bar scale on a map?

<p>To ensure the scale remains accurate when the map is resized (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert real measurements to scaled measurements?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Real Measurement / Scale Factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a number scale over a bar scale?

<p>It is simpler to use (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a seating plan?

<p>To identify the location of seats in a cinema or theatre (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disadvantage of using a number scale?

<p>It becomes inaccurate when the map is resized (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a floor plan?

<p>To include measurements and the location of furniture, windows, and doors in a building or room (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you use when providing directions?

<p>Clear and concise language, referencing known landmarks or easily identifiable features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance on Map / Length of One Segment x Distance Represented by One Segment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you include when reading seating and floor plans?

<p>Measurements and the location of furniture, windows, and doors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a scale on a map?

<p>To convert real-world distances to map distances (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map using a number scale?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance on Map × Scale Factor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Know the actual measurements of everything to be included (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a seating plan?

<p>To organize the layout of a room or event (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the scaled measurement from an actual measurement?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement ÷ Scale Factor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disadvantage of using a bar scale?

<p>It requires measuring the length of one segment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a floor plan?

<p>To organize the layout of a building or room (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you include when reading seating and floor plans?

<p>The location of all objects and features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of scale in the context of maps?

<p>A ratio representing the distance on the map to the actual distance in real life (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the ratio 1:50 in a number scale represent?

<p>1 unit on the map represents 50 units in real life (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using scales on maps?

<p>To describe the position of objects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you include when reading seating and floor plans?

<p>Measurements and the location of furniture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map?

<p>Measured distance × scale (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disadvantage of using a number scale?

<p>It becomes inaccurate when the map is resized (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you use when providing directions?

<p>Clear and concise language (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between a debit and a credit in the context of financial documents?

<p>A debit is an amount paid from an account, while a credit is an amount paid into an account. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the invoice number on a municipal bill?

<p>To provide a unique reference for the bill. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'VAT' stand for on a municipal bill?

<p>Value Added Tax (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the account number on a municipal bill?

<p>To provide a unique reference for the account. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the municipality contact details on a municipal bill?

<p>To provide contact information for the municipality. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the code for accessing the account online on a municipal bill?

<p>To allow customers to access their account online. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the opening balance and the closing balance on a municipal bill?

<p>The opening balance is the amount due before the current month's expenses, while the closing balance is the total amount due after adding the current month's expenses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a household bill, such as an electricity or water bill?

<p>To detail the services used and amounts due. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a recipe requires 3.5 cups of flour, how many millilitres of flour are needed?

<p>812.5 ml (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person weighs 72 kg. How many grams do they weigh?

<p>7,200,000 g (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A car travelled 235 km. How many metres did it travel?

<p>23,500,000 m (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A bottle of juice has a volume of 2.5 litres. How many millilitres is this?

<p>25,000 ml (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person has 2500 grams of sugar. How many kilograms is this?

<p>2.5 kg (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A recipe requires 2 tablespoons of oil. How many millilitres is this?

<p>30 ml (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between a municipal tariff and a telephone tariff?

<p>Municipal tariffs are based on usage levels, while telephone tariffs are based on duration and distance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person has 375 milligrams of medicine. How many grams is this?

<p>0.375 g (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A car travels 150 kilometres in 2 hours. How many metres per second does it travel?

<p>20.83 m/s (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff system?

<p>To determine the cost of services based on usage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the total cost of a telephone call?

<p>Total Cost = Basic Fixed Charge + (Rate per Second × Duration in Seconds) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person has 2.5 litres of juice. How many kilolitres is this?

<p>0.0025 kl (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion factor for length from millimetres to centimetres?

<p>10 millimetres = 1 centimetre (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person has 5000 grams of rice. How many tonnes is this?

<p>0.005 t (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a store account statement?

<p>To allow purchases on credit with monthly payments. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the total cost of a municipal bill?

<p>Total Cost = ∑(Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the volume of a bucket, according to the given information?

<p>170 liters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the total cost of an item, if the weight and price per kilogram are given?

<p>Total Cost = Weight Needed × Price per Kilogram (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of payment paired with the unit of measurement for electricity tariffs?

<p>Cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion for 1 kilogram, according to the given information?

<p>1 kg = 1000 g (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a transport tariff?

<p>To charge per unit distance and vary based on the mode of transport. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert length from centimetres to millimetres?

<p>Length in mm = Length in cm × 10 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the temperature at which water freezes, according to the given information?

<p>0°C (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a measuring spoon, according to the given information?

<p>To measure the volume of a liquid (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of credit available in a store account?

<p>The amount of credit still available for use. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the real distance from a measured distance on a map, using a number scale?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance on Map × Scale Factor (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale, according to the given information?

<p>A bar scale adjusts proportionally when resizing maps, maintaining accuracy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for volume, according to the given information?

<p>Liters (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the conversion for 1 Liter, according to the given information?

<p>1 Liter = 1000 ml (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the real distance from a measured distance on a map, using a bar scale?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance on Map ÷ Length of One Segment) × Distance Represented by One Segment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a scale on a map?

<p>To enable accurate measurements of distances and dimensions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a map has a scale of 1:50, and a distance on the map is 5 cm, what is the actual distance in real life?

<p>250 cm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a map has a scale of 1:100, and an object is 5 cm on the map, what is its actual length in real life?

<p>500 cm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map using a bar scale?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance / Length of One Segment) x Distance Represented by One Segment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Measure the actual dimensions of the objects (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a scale on a map, in the context of navigation?

<p>To enable accurate measurements of distances and dimensions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a map has a scale of 1:200, and an object is 10 cm on the map, what is its actual length in real life?

<p>2 m (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of using a number scale?

<p>It becomes incorrect if the map is resized (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the scaled measurement from an actual measurement?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement / Scale Factor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a map has a scale of 1:200, what does this mean in terms of the real distance?

<p>1 unit on the map represents 200 units in real life. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using scales on maps?

<p>To enable the measurement of distances. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map?

<p>Real distance = Measured distance / Scale. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you include when reading seating and floor plans?

<p>Measurements, furniture, windows, and doors. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a seating plan?

<p>To show the location of seats in a cinema or theatre. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When providing directions, what should you reference?

<p>Known landmarks or easily identifiable features. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why a bar scale remains accurate when a map is resized?

<p>Because it adjusts proportionally to the resize (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What measurement would you use to convert a real distance of 5 kilometers to a map distance using a scale of 1:50?

<p>Convert 5 km to meters and then divide by 50 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of including measurements in a floor plan?

<p>To identify the location of furniture and fixtures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using scales on maps?

<p>To convert real distances to map distances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale to be used (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary disadvantage of using a bar scale?

<p>It requires measuring the length of one segment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using clear and concise language when providing directions?

<p>To ensure the person can easily follow the directions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a seating plan?

<p>To identify the location of seats in relation to aisles and exits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert an actual measurement to a scaled measurement?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement / Scale Factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a municipal bill?

<p>To calculate the total amount due for services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What information is NOT typically included on a municipal bill?

<p>Average monthly usage history (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between the opening balance and the closing balance on a municipal bill?

<p>The opening balance is the amount due before the current month's expenses, while the closing balance is the total amount due after adding the current month's expenses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the account number on a municipal bill?

<p>To uniquely identify the account (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'debt' refer to in the context of financial documents?

<p>Money owed (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the invoice number on a municipal bill?

<p>To uniquely identify the invoice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Easy Pay payment number on a municipal bill?

<p>To make online payments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Value Added Tax (VAT) rate in South Africa?

<p>15% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument would be most suitable for measuring the capacity of a small container?

<p>Measuring Cups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the temperature at which water freezes at sea level?

<p>0°C (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a scale on a map?

<p>To represent the distance on the map to the actual distance in real life (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a map has a scale of 1:500, what does this mean?

<p>1 unit on the map equals 500 units in reality (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit of measurement for weight?

<p>Kilograms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a recipe requires 500g of flour and you only have a kitchen scale that measures in kg, how much flour do you need?

<p>0.5 kg (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the total cost of an item?

<p>Total Cost = Weight Needed × Price per Kilogram (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It adjusts proportionally when resizing maps, maintaining accuracy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a measuring jug has a capacity of 1 liter, how many milliliters is this?

<p>1000 ml (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a thermometer?

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What is the primary factor that determines the cost of services in a tariff system?

<p>Usage levels (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of tariff system is typically used for services such as electricity, water, and sewage?

<p>Municipal Tariffs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a store account statement?

<p>To allow purchases on credit with monthly payments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula used to calculate the total cost of a service in a municipal tariff system?

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What is the term for the maximum amount of credit allowed in a store account?

<p>Credit Limit (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

<p>To provide details of purchased items, including their prices and VAT charged (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula used to convert millimetres to centimetres?

<p>Length in cm = Length in mm ÷ 10 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula used to calculate the total cost of a telephone call?

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What is the primary purpose of a tariff system?

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What is the term for the amount of credit still available for use in a store account?

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What is the main difference between a number scale and a bar scale on a map?

<p>A number scale is simpler to use, but becomes incorrect when the map is resized (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale to be used (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a scale on a map?

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What is the disadvantage of using a number scale?

<p>It becomes incorrect when the map is resized (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map using a bar scale?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance on Map / Length of One Segment) x Distance Represented by One Segment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you use when providing directions?

<p>Clear and concise language, referencing known landmarks or easily identifiable features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a floor plan?

<p>To include measurements and the location of furniture, windows, and doors in a building or room (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the scaled measurement from an actual measurement?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement / Scale Factor (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you include when reading seating and floor plans?

<p>The location of furniture, windows, and doors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 4578 milligrams to grams?

<p>Weight in g = Weight in mg ÷ 1000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 3.75 kilometres to meters?

<p>Length in m = Length in km × 1000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a scale on a map?

<p>To accurately measure the distance between two points on the map (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale?

<p>It adjusts proportionally when resizing maps (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 2.5 tonnes to kilograms?

<p>Weight in kg = Weight in t × 1000 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 4.2 litres to millilitres?

<p>Volume in ml = Volume in l × 1000 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert an actual measurement to a scaled measurement on a map?

<p>Scaled Measurement = Actual Measurement / Scale Factor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 1.8 cups to millilitres?

<p>Volume in ml = Volume in cups × 250 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Measure the dimensions of the objects to be included (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 6.5 tablespoons to millilitres?

<p>Volume in ml = Volume in tbsp × 15 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a number scale on a map?

<p>To measure the distance between two points on the map (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 3.2 teaspoons to millilitres?

<p>Volume in ml = Volume in tsp × 5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major disadvantage of using a number scale on a map?

<p>It does not adjust proportionally when resizing maps (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of using a bar scale over a number scale on a map?

<p>It remains accurate when the map is resized. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the real distance from a measured distance on a map using a bar scale?

<p>Real Distance = (Measured Distance / Length of One Segment) × Distance Represented by One Segment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 9.5 centimetres to millimetres?

<p>Length in mm = Length in cm × 100 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When providing directions, what should you reference to ensure clarity?

<p>Landmarks and easily identifiable features. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a seating plan?

<p>To organize and arrange seats for an event or occasion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 7.8 kilograms to grams?

<p>Weight in g = Weight in kg × 1000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to convert 5.6 millilitres to litres?

<p>Volume in l = Volume in ml ÷ 1000 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a seating plan?

<p>To identify the position of seats in relation to aisles, the stage or screen, and exits. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a scale on a map in real-life applications?

<p>To accurately interpret and navigate maps and plans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to calculate the real distance from a measured distance on a map using a number scale?

<p>Real Distance = Measured Distance × Scale Factor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in drawing a scaled map from real dimensions?

<p>Determine the scale. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a floor plan?

<p>To include measurements and the location of furniture, windows, and doors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula to find the real distance from a measured distance on a map using a number scale?

<p>Multiply the measured distance by the scale. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary disadvantage of using a number scale on a map?

<p>It becomes inaccurate when the map is resized. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using scales on maps?

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