OPM1501
EXAM
PACK
2023
QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov
2021
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
Oct/Nov 2021
OPM1501
ORIENTATION TO PRIMARY MATHEMATICS
TOTAL MARKS: 100
3 hours 30 minutes
This paper consists of Thirteen (13) pages including the cover page.
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Non-programmable calculators may be used, unless otherwise specified.
• This is NOT an open-book examination and study material, or notes may NOT be consulted
during the examination.
• Read the questions carefully.
• Use of a non-programmable pocket calculator is allowed.
• It is in your own interest to write legibly and to present your work neatly.
To upload the examination, login to myUnisa click on "myAdmin", "Assessment Admin" and
then on "Examination submission". Choose the module you want to submit. Remember to click
"Submit" once you have finished uploading your examination answer script.
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov
2021
Additional student instructions
1. Students must upload their answer scripts in a single PDF file (answer scripts must
not be password protected or uploaded as “read only” files)
2. Incorrect file format and uncollated answer scripts will not be considered.
3. NO emailed scripts will be accepted.
4. Students are advised to preview submissions (answer scripts) to ensure legibility and
that the correct answer script file has been uploaded.
5. Incorrect answer scripts and/or submissions made on unofficial examinations
platforms (including the invigilator cell phone application) will not be marked and no
opportunity will be granted for resubmission.
6. Mark awarded for incomplete submission will be the student’s final mark. No
opportunity for resubmission will be granted.
7. Mark awarded for illegible scanned submission will be the student’s final mark. No
opportunity for resubmission will be granted.
8. Submissions will only be accepted from registered student accounts.
9. Students who have not utilised invigilation or proctoring tools will be subjected to
disciplinary processes (only include if applicable).
10. Students suspected of dishonest conduct during the examinations will be subjected
to disciplinary processes. UNISA has a zero tolerance for plagiarism and/or any other
forms of academic dishonesty.
11. Students are provided one hour to submit their answer scripts after the official
examination time. Submissions made after the official examination time will be rejected
by the examination regulations and will not be marked.
12. Students experiencing network or load shedding challenges are advised to apply
together with supporting evidence for an Aegrotat within 3 days of the examination
session.
13. Students experiencing technical challenges, contact the SCSC 080 000 1870 or
email or contact Ms Mantwa Mafokwane on 012 429 2700
or email or alternatively email your module lecturer. ONLY
communication from your myLIfe account will be considered.
2
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov
2021
Question 1
1.1. According to Kilpatrick, Swafford and Findel (2001), there are FIVE strands of
mathematical proficiency that enable learners to view the world mathematically. Describe
each strand of mathematical proficiency. (5)
1.2. What does it mean to mathematize? (2)
[7]
Question 2
Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Write down
the question number (2.1. – 2.11), choose the answer and write only the letter next to the
question number.
2.1. What does doing mathematics mean?
a) Explaining concepts and skills in such a manner that learners can do the exercises
with ease.
b) Generating strategies for solving problems, applying those strategies, seeing whet
her they lead to solutions and checking to see whether the answers make sense.
c) Doing the operations(+, x, ÷,-) with whole numbers, fractions and decimal numbers
correctly.
d) Memorising procedures and concepts and apply this in different calculations
and applications.
2.2. What is linked to relational understanding?
a) Learning that occurs in a vacuum
b) Producing correct answers rather than developing mathematical understanding
c) Producing previously learnt facts
d) Knowing what to do and why
2.3. What can an integrated network of concepts also be called?
a) Thinking tools
b) Social interaction
c) Cognitive schemas
d) New knowledge and skills
3
EXAM
PACK
2023
QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov
2021
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
Oct/Nov 2021
OPM1501
ORIENTATION TO PRIMARY MATHEMATICS
TOTAL MARKS: 100
3 hours 30 minutes
This paper consists of Thirteen (13) pages including the cover page.
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Non-programmable calculators may be used, unless otherwise specified.
• This is NOT an open-book examination and study material, or notes may NOT be consulted
during the examination.
• Read the questions carefully.
• Use of a non-programmable pocket calculator is allowed.
• It is in your own interest to write legibly and to present your work neatly.
To upload the examination, login to myUnisa click on "myAdmin", "Assessment Admin" and
then on "Examination submission". Choose the module you want to submit. Remember to click
"Submit" once you have finished uploading your examination answer script.
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov
2021
Additional student instructions
1. Students must upload their answer scripts in a single PDF file (answer scripts must
not be password protected or uploaded as “read only” files)
2. Incorrect file format and uncollated answer scripts will not be considered.
3. NO emailed scripts will be accepted.
4. Students are advised to preview submissions (answer scripts) to ensure legibility and
that the correct answer script file has been uploaded.
5. Incorrect answer scripts and/or submissions made on unofficial examinations
platforms (including the invigilator cell phone application) will not be marked and no
opportunity will be granted for resubmission.
6. Mark awarded for incomplete submission will be the student’s final mark. No
opportunity for resubmission will be granted.
7. Mark awarded for illegible scanned submission will be the student’s final mark. No
opportunity for resubmission will be granted.
8. Submissions will only be accepted from registered student accounts.
9. Students who have not utilised invigilation or proctoring tools will be subjected to
disciplinary processes (only include if applicable).
10. Students suspected of dishonest conduct during the examinations will be subjected
to disciplinary processes. UNISA has a zero tolerance for plagiarism and/or any other
forms of academic dishonesty.
11. Students are provided one hour to submit their answer scripts after the official
examination time. Submissions made after the official examination time will be rejected
by the examination regulations and will not be marked.
12. Students experiencing network or load shedding challenges are advised to apply
together with supporting evidence for an Aegrotat within 3 days of the examination
session.
13. Students experiencing technical challenges, contact the SCSC 080 000 1870 or
email or contact Ms Mantwa Mafokwane on 012 429 2700
or email or alternatively email your module lecturer. ONLY
communication from your myLIfe account will be considered.
2
, OPM1501
Oct/Nov
2021
Question 1
1.1. According to Kilpatrick, Swafford and Findel (2001), there are FIVE strands of
mathematical proficiency that enable learners to view the world mathematically. Describe
each strand of mathematical proficiency. (5)
1.2. What does it mean to mathematize? (2)
[7]
Question 2
Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions. Write down
the question number (2.1. – 2.11), choose the answer and write only the letter next to the
question number.
2.1. What does doing mathematics mean?
a) Explaining concepts and skills in such a manner that learners can do the exercises
with ease.
b) Generating strategies for solving problems, applying those strategies, seeing whet
her they lead to solutions and checking to see whether the answers make sense.
c) Doing the operations(+, x, ÷,-) with whole numbers, fractions and decimal numbers
correctly.
d) Memorising procedures and concepts and apply this in different calculations
and applications.
2.2. What is linked to relational understanding?
a) Learning that occurs in a vacuum
b) Producing correct answers rather than developing mathematical understanding
c) Producing previously learnt facts
d) Knowing what to do and why
2.3. What can an integrated network of concepts also be called?
a) Thinking tools
b) Social interaction
c) Cognitive schemas
d) New knowledge and skills
3
