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Lifeskills Challenge

Mathematics for adulthood: Retail

Challenge reference: 6527

Notional learning hours  20
Level Entry 3
Subject area
Preparing for Adulthood pathway
Vocational area
Skill
Learning aim

The learner will develop skills in number and using money in a retail context.
Learning context

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Learning outcomes

What the learner needs to know, understand or be able to do

The learner will:

  1. Be able to solve problems using the +,-,x, ÷,and = signs in a retail context. 

  2. Be able to demonstrate knowledge, understanding  and application of using money in a retail context. 

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Assessment criteria

What the learner need to demonstrate in order to meet the learning outcome

The learner can:

    • Use a calculator and the +,-,÷, x and = signs to solve simple problems in a retail context
    • Use and interpret +,-,x, ÷ and  = for solving problems in a retail context
    • Appreciate the purchasing power of amounts of money (notes) e.g do they have enough money to buy an item
    • Use decimal notation for money e.g. understand that £3.20 should not be written as £3.2 or £3.20p in a retail context
    • Interpret a calculator display e.g. understand that 3.2 (in pounds) on a calculator means £3.20 in a retail context
    • Add amounts of money and give change in a retail context

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