MIP1501 Assignment 4 (QUALITY ANSWERS) 2024

This document contains workings, explanations and solutions to the MIP1501 Assignment 4 (QUALITY ANSWERS) 2024. For assistance whats-app us on 0.6.8..8.1.2..0.9.3.4... Question 1 (30) 1.1. Explain in detail to an Intermediate Phase learner the difference between real and non-real numbers, give two examples for each. (8) 1.2. Explain in detail to an Intermediate Phase learner the difference between rational and irrational numbers, give two examples for each. (8) 1.3. Discuss in detail so that an Intermediate Phase learner will understand any four special facts to remember about the number zero. (8) 1.4. Briefly discuss the importance of absolute values so that Grade 6 learners would understand why absolute values are necessary, also give 2 examples. (6) Question 2 (30) 2.1. Design your own equations on distributive property (two equations) and associative property (two equations) and explain it to Grade 4 learners by giving solutions to each. (12) 2.2. You are just appointed as a Grade 4 mathematics teacher. What would you do to remediate if the learner has not fully developed non-symbolic counting skills? Briefly explain by giving examples. (6) 2.3. Reflect on your own knowledge and experience of rate. 2.3.1. Define rate using your own words and give three (2) examples of how rate is applied in real life. (6) 2.3.2. Use your examples given in 2.3.1. to explain in detail to a grade 6 learner the importance of rate in daily life. (6) Question 3 (24) 3.1. Complete the table below: Situation Reasoning Number sentence John and Lerato each join a gym. John’s gym asks a R140 deposit, and he pays R110 monthly. Lerato’s gym asks no deposit, but his monthly payment is R150. They compare their total payments after four months, after five months and after six months. 3.1.1. 3.1.2. (12) 3.2. Discus and give two (2) examples in each of the following building blocks which are crucial steps in building relational skills: 3.2.1. Making one-to-one correspondence (4) 3.2.2. Classification (4) 3.2.3. Cardinal and ordinal numbers (4) Question 4 (16) 4.1. List and briefly explain five possible challenges that can hinders a school or teachers to effectively use technology for teaching and learning in the Intermediate Phase (10) 4.2. Discuss in detail and give three examples on how the use of a calculator can enhance Intermediate Phase learners’ understanding of mathematical concepts. (6)