ACT urged to make maths compulsory for Years 11 and 12

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A review commissioned by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies recommends making maths compulsory for Years 11 and 12, citing links to higher employment rates and earnings.
Data shows a significant percentage of students perform below national standards in mathematical literacy.

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A review commissioned by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies recommends making maths compulsory for Years 11 and 12, citing links to higher employment rates and earnings. Data shows a significant percentage of students perform below national standards in mathematical literacy.

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