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MIP1501 ASSIGNMENT 4 2026
DUE 22 JULY 2026
QUESTION 1.1
Response to a Parent: “Why should my child learn about ancient number systems
when modern mathematics uses the Hindu-Arabic system?”
Dear Parent,
Thank you for your thoughtful question. As an Intermediate Phase Mathematics teacher,
I encounter this question often, and I appreciate the opportunity to explain why learning
about ancient number systems is valuable for your child’s mathematical development.
Real-life relevance
Let’s say understanding ancient number systems helps learners appreciate the
mathematics they use daily. The CAPS document emphasises that learners should
“recognise that Mathematics is a creative part of human activity”. When learners study
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