Year 10 Mathematics · Australian Curriculum v9
Interpret and use logarithmic scales in applied contexts involving small and large quantities and change
Content descriptor
Interpret and use logarithmic scales in applied contexts involving small and large quantities and change.
- Code
- AC9M10M02
- Year level
- Year 10
- Subject
- Mathematics
- Strand
- Measurement
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Learning intention
We are learning to interpret and use logarithmic scales in applied contexts involving small and large quantities and change.
Cloze sentence
Interpret and use scales in applied contexts involving small and large quantities and change.
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Frequently asked questions
What is AC9M10M02?
AC9M10M02 is a content descriptor in the Year 10 Mathematics curriculum (Australian Curriculum v9, Measurement strand). It asks students to interpret and use logarithmic scales in applied contexts involving small and large quantities and change.
What year level is AC9M10M02?
AC9M10M02 sits in the Year 10 Mathematics curriculum.
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