Question 1

What is NCEA AS 91260 about?

Accepted Answer

This standard asks you to solve real-world problems using network methods like shortest path, traversability, and minimum spanning tree. You'll need to choose the right network method for each problem, show you understand the concepts, and communicate your working clearly using diagrams and proper terms.

Question 2

What do students need to do for AS 91260?

Accepted Answer

1. Select the correct network method (shortest path, traversability, or minimum spanning tree) for the problem you're solving 2. Apply the method accurately to find the solution 3. Demonstrate knowledge of network concepts and use proper mathematical terms correctly 4. Communicate your working using appropriate representations (diagrams, calculations, labels) 5. Show logical steps in your problem-solving process

Question 3

What's the difference between Achieved, Merit, and Excellence for AS 91260?

Accepted Answer

Achieved: You select a network method and apply it correctly to solve the problem, showing you know the concepts and can communicate your answer clearly. Merit: You select and apply the method by following a logical sequence of steps, connect different ideas together, and relate your findings back to the original problem context. Excellence: You develop a clear strategy for the problem, identify which concepts are relevant, work through a chain of logical reasoning, and communicate your mathematical thinking with insight using correct statements.

Question 4

What mistakes do students typically make in AS 91260?

Accepted Answer

1. Not showing all working steps clearly or leaving out calculations that justify your answer 2. Using a network method that doesn't match the problem type (for example, using minimum spanning tree when shortest path is needed) 3. Not connecting the mathematical solution back to what the problem was asking or what it meant in context

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