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- Subject: Mathematics
- AS: AS90836
- Level: 3
- Credits: 5
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CAS Calculus 3.4 Demonstrate an understanding of mathematical concepts without the use of electronic technology
Key tips
- Know the formulae given in the formula resource.
- Set working out in logical steps with correct mathematical statements. If you give the correct answer only, you may lose the opportunity to provide evidence for other grades or to have minor errors ignored.
- Attempt all questions as questions will have multiple parts and the question as a whole will provide opportunity for all grades of performance – Achievement, Achievement with Merit, and Achievement with Excellence.
- Understand function notation and how functions are composed. This will help you to recognise which rule to use when differentiating, see functions.
- When finding integrals, remember to add ‘c’, the constant of integration.
- Be familiar with Argand diagrams.
- Check that your answer is sensible, you have answered the question asked, and it is related to the context given.
- For Achievement with Excellence, you may be required to devise your own model.
- Check out I Can Do Sheet Level 3 Calculus from www.nzamt.org.nz for a list of essential skills for each achievement standard.
