Gr10 Math Lit: June test mix P(1)

What is the convention used in South Africa to separate whole numbers from decimal fractions?

Decimal comma

What type of number is used to represent exact counts?

Counting numbers

How do you write large numbers in words?

Separate the number into groups of three digits from right to left

What is the purpose of a place value table?

To identify the value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

How do you order numbers?

Create a place value table and compare the numbers column by column from left to right Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternative to the decimal comma in representing decimal fractions?

Decimal point Signup and view all the answers

What type of number is used to represent financial values?

Money amounts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of separating large numbers into groups of three digits?

To make the number easier to read Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating in calculations?

To think about a problem before working it out Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the M+ key on a basic calculator?

Adds a number to the memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when performing calculations?

BODMAS Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a decimal comma in number representation in South Africa?

To separate whole numbers from decimal fractions Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a standard way of doing something in number representation?

Convention Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of breaking down and multiplying when performing addition and multiplication operations?

To break large numbers into smaller parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10?

Shift each digit one place to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a fraction whose numerator is larger than the denominator?

Improper fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of converting a common fraction to a decimal fraction?

Division Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of estimating in mathematical problems?

To think about a problem before solving it Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when working with brackets and other mathematical operations?

BODMAS (Brackets, Orders, Division and Multiplication, Addition and Subtraction) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10, 100, or 1000?

Shift each digit to the left by the number of zeros in the multiplier Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a proper fraction?

Numerator < Denominator Signup and view all the answers

How do you convert a common fraction to a decimal fraction?

Divide the numerator by the denominator Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a negative number?

A number less than zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule for rounding numbers to the nearest 10?

Numbers with units digits 1-4 round down, 5-9 round up Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a ratio?

Comparison of two or more numbers of the same unit Signup and view all the answers

How do you calculate a percentage of a given amount?

Convert the percentage to a fraction and multiply by the given amount Signup and view all the answers

What is the convention for writing numbers in South Africa?

Use a decimal comma and spaces to separate groups of three digits Signup and view all the answers

When reading large numbers, what is the purpose of separating the number into groups of three digits from right to left?

To make the number easier to read and understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

To identify the value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, and Addition and Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating answers to calculations?

To check answers for accuracy Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the M+ key on a basic calculator?

Adds a number to the memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10?

Each digit is shifted one place to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A combination of a whole number and a fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

To make fractions easier to read and understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a convention in number formats and conventions?

A standard way of doing something Signup and view all the answers

In South Africa, what is used to separate whole numbers from decimal fractions?

A comma Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating?

To think about a problem before solving it Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations in BODMAS?

Brackets, Orders, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is a proper fraction?

A fraction with a numerator less than the denominator Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10?

Shift each digit to the left by one place Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a ratio?

To compare two or more numbers of the same type Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of converting a percentage to a fraction?

A proper fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rounding?

To consider the practical implications of rounding in real-life situations Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a negative number?

A number less than zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table?

To understand the size of numbers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a municipal bill?

To provide detailed information about the property, the services used, and the amounts due. Signup and view all the answers

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

Money owed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

To provide details of purchased items, including their prices, the total amount paid, and any VAT charged. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a fixed extra cost added to the cost of most items and services in South Africa?

Value Added Tax (VAT) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an account statement?

To detail purchases, payments made, and amounts owed. Signup and view all the answers

What is a tariff in the context of tariff systems?

A pre-determined schedule of prices for services. Signup and view all the answers

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

Credit Available Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a municipal tariff?

To determine the cost of utilities such as electricity and water. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the total amount due on a municipal bill after adding the current month's expenses?

Closing Balance Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a telephone bill?

To detail charges for landline or cell phone usage. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of municipal tariffs?

Cost per unit increases with higher usage levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating municipal costs?

Total Cost = ∑ (Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability of an event that is certain to occur?

1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the number of times something happens in an experiment?

Frequency Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tree diagram?

To show all possible outcomes of an event Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the probability of an event?

P(E) = (Number of favourable outcomes) / (Total number of possible outcomes) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the collection of one or more outcomes?

Event Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the actual result of an experiment?

Relative frequency Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability of the complement of an event E?

1 - P(E) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a game that has an equal chance of winning or losing?

Fair game Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using a place value table?

To determine the value of each digit in a large number Signup and view all the answers

Which type of number is used to represent lengths and masses?

Measurements Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using decimal fractions in number representation?

To represent rates and proportions Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when arranging numbers in order?

Create a place value table, compare the numbers column by column, and arrange the numbers accordingly Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using codes in number representation?

To identify numbers Signup and view all the answers

What is the convention for representing decimal fractions in bank statements?

Decimal point Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using percentages in number representation?

To represent rates and proportions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of using order numbers in number representation?

To indicate positions Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of separating large numbers into groups of three digits from right to left?

To make the number easier to read and write Signup and view all the answers

What is the advantage of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

It helps to identify the place value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating answers to calculations?

To think about a problem before working it out Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the MRC key on a basic calculator?

It displays the number stored in memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

Brackets, Orders, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 100?

The number is shifted two places to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of estimating in mathematical problems?

To check the accuracy of the solution Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A combination of a whole number and a fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10, 100, or 1000?

Shift each digit to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

To make the fraction easier to compare Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a ratio?

A comparison of two quantities Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a ratio?

A comparison of two or more numbers of the same type Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rounding numbers?

To make the number easier to understand Signup and view all the answers

How do you calculate a percentage of a given amount?

Convert the percentage to a decimal and multiply by the given amount Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a decimal comma in number representation in South Africa?

To separate whole numbers from decimal fractions Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of converting a common fraction to a decimal fraction?

A decimal fraction with a finite number of digits Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a negative number?

A number less than zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule for rounding numbers to the nearest 10?

Numbers with units digits 1-4 round down, 5-9 round up Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

To separate the number into groups of three digits Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using brackets in calculations?

To indicate the order of operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of subtracting a number from its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the change sign key on a calculator?

To change the sign of a number Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a fraction whose denominator is a power of 10?

Decimal fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting common fractions to decimal fractions?

To make calculations easier Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the MRC key on a basic calculator?

To display the number stored in memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 100?

The number is shifted two places to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table when comparing large numbers?

To compare numbers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of grouping numbers when performing addition and multiplication operations?

To make calculations easier Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite in a calculation?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating in calculations?

To think about a problem before solving it Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 100?

The number is shifted to the left by two digits Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A whole number combined with a fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

To understand the size of the number Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

Brackets, Orders, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a ratio?

A comparison of two or more numbers of the same type Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

To simplify calculations Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of converting a percentage to a fraction?

A fraction with a denominator of 100 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rounding numbers?

To consider the practical implications of rounding in real-life situations Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a municipal bill?

To detail the services used and the amounts due Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a fixed extra cost added to the cost of most items and services in South Africa?

Value Added Tax (VAT) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for money paid into an account?

Credit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

To detail the items purchased and the amount paid Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a pre-determined schedule of prices for services?

Tariff Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an account statement?

To detail the purchases, payments made, and amounts owed Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for money owed?

Debt Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a telephone bill?

To detail the charges for landline or cell phone usage Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the maximum amount of credit allowed?

Credit Limit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff system?

To determine the cost of services based on usage Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating municipal costs?

Total Cost = ∑(Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability of an event that is certain to occur?

1 Signup and view all the answers

What type of tariff is charged per unit distance and varies based on the mode of transport?

Transport tariff Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating telephone costs?

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

What is the term for a collection of one or more outcomes?

Event Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability of an event that is impossible to occur?

0 Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating probability of an event?

P(E) = Number of favourable outcomes / Total number of possible outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tree diagram?

To show all possible outcomes of an event or series of events Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a game that has an equal chance of winning or losing?

Fair game Signup and view all the answers

What is the probability of the complement of an event?

P(not E) = 1 - P(E) Signup and view all the answers

When converting a decimal fraction to a common fraction, what should the denominator be?

10, 100, or 1000 Signup and view all the answers

When multiplying a number by 10, 100, or 1000, what happens to each digit?

It shifts to the left by the number of zeros in the multiplier Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of estimating in mathematical problems?

To check the accuracy of answers Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

Brackets, Orders, Division, Multiplication, Addition, Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a comparison of two or more numbers of the same type?

Ratio Signup and view all the answers

When converting a percentage to a fraction, what should the denominator be?

100 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a decimal comma in number representation in South Africa?

To separate whole numbers from decimal fractions Signup and view all the answers

When simplifying ratios, what should be done to both terms?

Divide both terms by the greatest common divisor Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a fraction whose numerator is less than the denominator?

Proper fraction Signup and view all the answers

When calculating a percentage of a given amount, what should be done first?

Convert the percentage to a decimal Signup and view all the answers

When comparing large numbers, what should you do first?

Compare digits starting from the leftmost column. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Change Sign' key on a calculator?

To change the sign of a number from positive to negative or vice versa. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with brackets and other mathematical operations?

Brackets, Orders, Division and Multiplication, Addition and Subtraction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of breaking down and multiplying when performing addition and multiplication operations?

To make calculations easier and faster. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an improper fraction?

A fraction whose numerator is larger than the denominator. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for using place value tables when working with large numbers?

To identify the place value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 1000?

The number is shifted three places to the left. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a correct way to read and write large numbers?

Separate numbers into groups of three digits from right to left Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

To compare the size of numbers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A combination of a whole number and a fraction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating answers to calculations?

To think about the problem before working it out Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the 'Change Sign' key on a basic calculator?

To change the sign of a number Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating answers to calculations?

To think about a problem before working it out. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

Brackets, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 1000?

Shifting each digit three places to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A combination of a whole number and a fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

To make calculations easier Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a convention in number formats and conventions?

A standard way of doing something Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a ratio in mathematical problems?

To compare two quantities Signup and view all the answers

In South Africa, what is the purpose of separating large numbers into groups of three digits?

To make numbers easier to read and compare Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when performing calculations involving brackets, exponents, division, multiplication, addition, and subtraction?

Brackets, exponents, multiplication, division, addition, subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of converting the improper fraction 3/2 to a mixed number?

1 1/2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of estimating in mathematical problems?

To check the accuracy of an answer Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a rate?

A comparison of two numbers with different units Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by -1?

The opposite of the number Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

To make fractions easier to compare Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a proportion?

A relationship indicating that two ratios are equal Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of rounding numbers?

To make numbers easier to compare and understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a municipal bill in South Africa?

To calculate the total amount due for the current month Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a fixed extra cost added to the cost of most items and services in South Africa?

VAT (Value Added Tax) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a document detailing purchased items or services, the amount paid, or the amount due?

Bill Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff system?

To calculate the cost of a service based on usage Signup and view all the answers

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

Credit Limit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

To serve as a proof of payment for a purchase Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the amount of money owed on a store account?

Debt Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff in a tariff system?

To pair a unit of payment with a unit of measurement Signup and view all the answers

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

Credit Available Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an account statement?

To detail purchases, payments made, and amounts owed on a store account Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the total cost of a municipal tariff?

∑(Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a probability of 0.5?

Even Chances Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tree diagram in probability?

To show all possible outcomes of an event Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the probability of an event?

P(E) = Number of favourable outcomes / Total number of possible outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a game that has an equal chance of winning or losing?

Fair Game Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of analysing past weather data in weather predictions?

To calculate the probability of rain Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the complement of an event?

P(not E) = 1 - P(E) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a table that shows the outcomes of two events?

Two-Way Table Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the number of times something happens in a game of chance?

Frequency Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for an experiment that is repeated multiple times?

Trial Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

To identify the value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

Which type of number is used to represent rates?

Percentages Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to read and write large numbers?

Separate numbers into groups of three digits Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using different number formats in different contexts?

To specifically represent different types of information Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a standard way of doing something in number representation?

Convention Signup and view all the answers

How do you arrange numbers in order?

Create a place value table and compare the numbers column by column from left to right Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using codes in number representation?

To identify specific items or objects Signup and view all the answers

What is the alternative to the decimal comma in representing decimal fractions?

Decimal point Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using spaces to separate groups of three digits in large numbers?

To make the number easier to read and understand Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of numbers is used to represent rates?

Percentages Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of creating a place value table when arranging numbers in order?

To determine the place value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a code?

A bank account number Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of separating whole numbers from decimal fractions in number representation?

To distinguish between whole numbers and decimal fractions Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a decimal point in number representation?

To distinguish between whole numbers and decimal fractions in alternative contexts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of reading and writing large numbers in groups of three digits?

To simplify the number by breaking it down into smaller parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a convention in number representation?

To provide a standard way of doing something Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using the 'Change sign key' on a calculator?

To change the sign of a number from positive to negative or vice versa Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of estimating answers to calculations?

It provides an exact answer to the calculation Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when performing calculations involving brackets, orders, and basic operations?

Brackets, orders, division and multiplication, addition and subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 1000?

Shift each digit three places to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table when comparing large numbers?

To compare the place value of each digit Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

Zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of separating large numbers into groups of three digits?

To make the number easier to read and understand Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A combination of a whole number and a fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting common fractions to decimal fractions?

To express the fraction in a different form Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a ratio in mathematical problems?

To compare the size of two quantities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a place value table when comparing large numbers?

To compare the numbers and understand their size Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common situation where a negative number is used?

When representing a temperature below zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of estimating in mathematical problems?

To check the reasonableness of an answer Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by -1?

The number becomes its opposite Signup and view all the answers

When multiplying by 10, 100, or 1000, what happens to the digits of the original number?

They shift to the left by the number of zeros in the multiplier Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a method of simplifying ratios?

Dividing both terms by their greatest common divisor Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a ratio?

To compare two numbers with different units Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the BODMAS rule in calculations?

To ensure that calculations are performed in a specific order Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of dividing a number by its opposite?

The result is always zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of converting a percentage to a fraction?

A proper fraction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a situation where a rate is used?

Measuring the speed of a car Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a decimal fraction?

To represent parts of a whole Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

Brackets, Orders, Division and Multiplication, Addition and Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using brackets in calculations?

To indicate the order of operations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common situation where a percentage increase is used?

When calculating a salary increase Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of converting a percentage to a fraction?

The result is always a proper fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the 'breaking down and multiplying' method in calculations?

To make calculations easier by breaking down numbers into parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a place value table?

To understand the value of each digit in a number Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a negative number?

A number less than zero Signup and view all the answers

What is the rule for rounding numbers to the nearest 10?

Numbers with units digits 1-4 round down, 5-9 round up Signup and view all the answers

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

Municipal bills include charges for electricity and water, while telephone bills include fixed charges for line rental and variable charges for calls made. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff system?

To determine the cost of services based on usage. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the fixed extra cost added to the cost of most items and services in South Africa?

VAT (Value Added Tax) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a till slip?

To provide details of purchased items, including their prices, the total amount paid, and any VAT charged. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for money paid into an account?

Credit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tariff?

To determine the cost of services based on usage. Signup and view all the answers

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

Credit Limit Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a municipal bill?

To provide a detailed breakdown of municipal services, including charges for electricity, water, and waste disposal. Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the amount of money owed on a store account?

Debt Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an account statement?

To provide a detailed breakdown of a store account, including purchases, payments made, and amounts owed. Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the total cost of a municipal tariff?

Total Cost = Σ(Usage in Category × Tariff for Category) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a probability of 1, which means an event is certain to occur?

Certain Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the probability of an event?

P(E) = Number of favourable outcomes / Total number of possible outcomes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tree diagram in probability?

To show all possible outcomes of an event or series of events Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a game that has an equal chance of winning or losing?

Fair Game Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating the complement of an event?

P(not E) = 1 - P(E) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a two-way table in probability?

To show the outcomes of two events and calculate combined probabilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a probability that is based on past data?

Theoretical Probability Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of weather predictions?

To make forecasts based on past weather data Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the number of times something happens in a trial?

Frequency Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

To identify the value of each digit in a number Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the MRC key on a basic calculator?

Displays the number stored in memory Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of operations when performing calculations with multiple operations?

Brackets, Orders, Division and Multiplication, Addition and Subtraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

To make it easier to perform calculations Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of multiplying a number by 1000?

The number is shifted three places to the left Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a mixed number?

A combination of a whole number and a fraction Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a decimal comma in number representation in South Africa?

To separate the whole number from the decimal fraction Signup and view all the answers

Gr10 Math Lit: June test mix P(1)

Questions and Answers

What is the convention used in South Africa to separate whole numbers from decimal fractions?

What type of number is used to represent exact counts?

How do you write large numbers in words?

What is the purpose of a place value table?

How do you order numbers?

What is an alternative to the decimal comma in representing decimal fractions?

What type of number is used to represent financial values?

What is the purpose of separating large numbers into groups of three digits?

What is the purpose of estimating in calculations?

What is the function of the M+ key on a basic calculator?

What is the correct order of operations when performing calculations?

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

What is the purpose of using a decimal comma in number representation in South Africa?

What is the term for a standard way of doing something in number representation?

What is the purpose of breaking down and multiplying when performing addition and multiplication operations?

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10?

What is the term for a fraction whose numerator is larger than the denominator?

What is the process of converting a common fraction to a decimal fraction?

What is the primary purpose of estimating in mathematical problems?

What is the correct order of operations when working with brackets and other mathematical operations?

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10, 100, or 1000?

What is the definition of a proper fraction?

How do you convert a common fraction to a decimal fraction?

What is the definition of a negative number?

What is the rule for rounding numbers to the nearest 10?

What is the definition of a ratio?

How do you calculate a percentage of a given amount?

What is the convention for writing numbers in South Africa?

When reading large numbers, what is the purpose of separating the number into groups of three digits from right to left?

What is the purpose of using a place value table when working with large numbers?

What is the correct order of operations when evaluating an expression with multiple operations?

What is the result of adding a number and its opposite?

What is the purpose of estimating answers to calculations?

What is the function of the M+ key on a basic calculator?

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10?

What is the definition of a mixed number?

What is the purpose of converting fractions to decimal fractions?

What is the definition of a convention in number formats and conventions?

In South Africa, what is used to separate whole numbers from decimal fractions?

What is the purpose of estimating?

What is the correct order of operations in BODMAS?

What is a proper fraction?

What is the result of multiplying a number by 10?

What is the purpose of a ratio?

What is the result of converting a percentage to a fraction?

What is the purpose of rounding?

What is the definition of a negative number?

What is the purpose of using a place value table?

What is the purpose of a municipal bill?

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

What is the purpose of a till slip?

What is the term for a fixed extra cost added to the cost of most items and services in South Africa?

What is the purpose of an account statement?

What is a tariff in the context of tariff systems?

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

What is the purpose of a municipal tariff?

What is the term for the total amount due on a municipal bill after adding the current month's expenses?

What is the purpose of a telephone bill?

What is the main characteristic of municipal tariffs?

What is the formula for calculating municipal costs?

What is the probability of an event that is certain to occur?

What is the term for the number of times something happens in an experiment?

What is the purpose of a tree diagram?

What is the formula for calculating the probability of an event?

What is the term for the collection of one or more outcomes?

What is the term for the actual result of an experiment?

What is the probability of the complement of an event E?

What is the term for a game that has an equal chance of winning or losing?

What is the main purpose of using a place value table?

Which type of number is used to represent lengths and masses?

What is the primary purpose of using decimal fractions in number representation?

What is the correct order of operations when arranging numbers in order?

What is the main purpose of using codes in number representation?

What is the convention for representing decimal fractions in bank statements?

What is the main purpose of using percentages in number representation?

What is the main purpose of using order numbers in number representation?

What is the purpose of separating large numbers into groups of three digits from right to left?

What is the advantage of using a place value table when working with large numbers?