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NATIONAL ASSESSMENT GOVERNING BOARD
Mathematics is an integral part of
education, and a frm grasp of its
principles and application is essential
to thriving in an information-based
society. To succeed in school and in
life as an adult, children need a strong
foundation in mathematics, beginning
with traditional skills such as arithmetic
and advancing their mathematics
literacy to algebra, geometry, calculus,
and beyond. U.S. students also need
to master the fundamentals of the
information age—such as problem
solving, communicating mathematical
concepts, and applying mathematics in
real-world settings—to compete globally.
Introduction