2024 INSET NUMERACY PRETEST

What is the primary purpose of using manipulatives in teaching numeracy skills?

• To make learning abstract concepts more concrete

• To reduce the need for physical activities

• To replace traditional textbooks

• To discourage hands-on learning

How can real-life applications enhance numeracy skills?

• By making concepts more abstract

• By reducing the relevance of math in everyday life

• By excluding real-world scenarios from math lessons

• By demonstrating the practical importance of numeracy skills

Which of the following is an example of technology integration in teaching numeracy?

• Using only traditional textbooks

• Incorporating interactive math apps

• Conducting paper-based quizzes

• Avoiding any use of technology in the classroom

What is the purpose of presenting mathematical problems in the form of stories or real-world scenarios?

• To make math boring and unengaging

• To confuse students with unrelated content

• To enhance comprehension and application skills

• To eliminate the need for word problems

How does collaborative learning contribute to numeracy skill development?

• By discouraging communication among students

• By fostering a collaborative environment for peer-to-peer learning

• By promoting individualized learning only

• By isolating students from working in groups