To apply basic calculator functions to solving fraction equivalencies, mixed operations, percentage, discount, complement, commission, invoicing, and merchandising problems. To apply accurately mathematical skills while using the calculator. To develop a basic understanding of business and consumer mathematics and its application to a variety of professional and personal business situations. Major tests are announced in advance. Students are not permitted the use of reference materials during testing.
All major tests are calculation tests performed on the ten-key electronic calculator.
The top two speed scores completed with 95 percent accuracy are converted to a percent and calculated in the final grade. The average percentage of all homework points constitutes 10 percent of the final grade. The average percent of the top two touch-addition speed tests constitutes 25 percent of the final grade. The average percentage of all major tests constitutes 65 percent of the final grade. No test exceeds the class period.