Definition: Quantitative Reasoning encompasses abilities necessary for a student to become literate in today’s technological world. Quantitative reasoning begins with basic skills and extends to problem solving.

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Competencies of Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning:

This outcome includes abilities designed to help students

• Evaluate and interpret quantitative and symbolic reasoning information/data.

• Recognize which quantitative or symbolic reasoning methods are appropriate for solving a given problem, and correctly implement those methods.

• Demonstrate the ability to estimate a solution to a presented problem.

• Translate data into various formats such as symbolic language, equations, graphs, and formulas.

• Implement calculator/computer technology to solve problems.

• Demonstrate logical reasoning skills through formal and informal proofs.

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