Language, Literacy and Numeracy
BSB50207 Diploma of Business
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Assessment Task No. and Type: Language, Literacy and Numeracy
This test is to ensure that you have an adequate level of language, literacy and numeracy competence
to undertake your course.
MACE is required to ensure that our Training and Assessment meets the needs of all Learners.
By completing this short test we will be able to further assess your needs as a student, and whether or
not we will be required to assist you with additional learning opportunities.
You have a maximum of 60 minutes to complete this test. Please feel free to write on the paper, for
example when you may be calculating answers.
You should attempt every question and write clearly. There are no marks for this test; it is set to give
MACE an indication of your language, literacy and numeracy skills.
Assessment Outcome
Australian Core Skills
Framework
Learning
Reading
Writing
Oral
Communication
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CALCULATORS ARE NOT PERMITTED
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Numeracy
Grammar, punctuation and spelling
Part A: Circle the correct answer.
1. Telstra announced _________________ releasing a new product next week.
a) it is
b) they are
2. _____________ going to attend the seminar.
a) There
b) They’re
c) Their
3. Chairs ______________ don’t have cushions are uncomfortable to sit on.
a) that
b) which
c) whose
d) where
4. The fresh herbs really ______________ the chicken.
a) compliment
b) complement
5. Which of these sentences is grammatically correct?
a) He had less men than in the previous campaign.
b) He had fewer men than in the previous campaign.
6. I will see you first and ____________ go to the office.
a) than
b) then
7. Now remember, you ______________ the test until the teacher tells you to.
a) could not start
b) are not to start
c) haven’t started
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Part B: Correct any spelling errors that appear in the following words. Write your answers in
the space provided. Note that some words may be correct – also write in the correct words.
financial
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inovation
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initiative
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comunication
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recieve
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enrolment
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remmuneration
implement
criterian
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_____________________
______________________
competancy
_____________________
Part C: In the following sentences circle the correct word in the bracket.
I don’t like buying clothes (that, which) aren’t made in Australia.
(Its, It’s) going to rain.
That movie (affected, effected) me like no other movie has.
I consulted with a doctor (who, whom) I met in school.
I (might, may) see you later if I can finish my report.
Part D: Write out the sentences with the correct capital letters and punctuation.
the meeting is at kate and tims house
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who is in charge
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sarah is a bright happy worker
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watch out for that tree
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Writing exercise – State your opinion
Choose one of the following statements and write enough to clearly state your opinion about
the statement. Explain your reasoning and provide examples where suitable.
1. Smoking is bad for your health.
2. Some politicians work for the benefit of the voters.
3. The housing market in Australia is overpriced.
4. Men make better managers.
Use paragraphs and correct spelling and grammar. Remember to plan your work before you
start and review your work when you finish.
Statement Chosen (Circle one – 1, 2, 3 or 4)
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Numeracy exercise
1.
A phone survey asked 300 people the following question:
Does global warming exist? Answer: Yes or No.
The results of the survey were Yes 60%
a)
No 40%
How many people voted yes? Show how you worked this out.
b) How many people voted no? Show how you worked this out.
c) Plot a bar graph on the grid below to illustrate the poll results.
70%
60%
Percentage of votes
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
Yes
No
Vote
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2.
A management consultant works 30 hours per week and charges $150 per hour.
a) If the consultant was fully employed, how much would she earn in a week? Show how you worked
this out.
b) If the consultant earned $3,000 in a week, how many hours did she actually work? Show how you
worked this out.
c) The consultant is debating about putting up her prices. Fill in the blanks in the table below to assist
in the making the decision.
Current Price
Proposed Price
$150 / hr
10%
$150 / hr
$187.50 / hr
$150 / hr
$300 / hr
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Percentage
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Drawback
Small increase
may be acceptable
to clients
Larger increase
may lose some
customers
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Learning about unfair dismissals
Taken from the ABC News website Thu 21 Nov 2013
Read the following article and answer the questions below.
Ex-council CEO wins unfair dismissal case
The former chief executive officer of the Barunga West Council, Nigel Hand, has won an unfair dismissal case in
the Supreme Court.
Mr Hand claimed his employment was unfairly terminated in November last year, after almost 35 years of
service.
The trial heard the relationship between Mr Hand and Mayor Dean Dolling had broken down, which resulted in
negotiations over Mr Hand’s departure also breaking down.
Justice Michael David found Mr Hand had not acted inappropriately in his role as CEO, nor was he given
reasonable notice of his termination.
He was awarded more than $27,000 in damages.
1. Since the dismissal was found to be unfair, why do you think Mr Hand did not insist on having his job
back?
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2. What could be some of the impacts from this situation on the Barunga West Council?
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3. What resources could you use to learn more about the laws regarding unfair dismissal?
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Optional Oral Communication Exercise – Group Discussion
Your facilitator will determine whether you participate in this exercise.
Effective oral communication is about more than just listening and speaking. It is also
dependent on elements such as facial expressions, body language, eye contact, using
appropriate words, responding well, encouraging others and many more …….
In this exercise, you will participate in a group discussion about the scenario described
below. Your facilitator will let you know how long the discussion will last.
Scenario
You have started in a middle management role after a rigorous interview process. After starting you
discover that the person who had been ‘acting’ in the role for the last few months had expected to get
the job. This person continually undermines you and turns other staff against you. What should you
do?
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