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Key Facts: CCSLC Mathematics Exam

50 MCQ

External exam consists of 50 compulsory questions

CXC CCSLC Mathematics Assessment Guidelines

75 minutes

Time limit for the external multiple-choice paper

CXC CCSLC Mathematics Assessment Guidelines

Mastery Scale

Graded on a three-point scale: Master, Competent, Developing Competence

CXC CCSLC Grading Policy

SBA + Exam

Overall grade is composite, combining internal module tests and the external exam

CXC CCSLC Syllabus

BDS$25.00

CXC subject registration fee (excludes territory entry fees)

CXC Scale of Examination Fees

100

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CCSLC Mathematics is the Caribbean Examinations Council's competency-based math qualification. The assessment combines teacher-marked module SBAs with a 75-minute external exam of 50 multiple-choice questions. Performance is reported on a three-point scale (Master, Competent, or Developing Competence). This 100-question practice bank covers number sense, consumer arithmetic, basic geometry, measurement, and data handling.

Sample CCSLC Mathematics Practice Questions

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1What is the place value of the digit 7 in the number 45.178?

A.Tenths

B.Hundredths

C.Thousandths

D.Hundreds

Explanation: In the decimal system, the first place to the right of the decimal point is the tenths place, the second is the hundredths place, and the third is the thousandths place. Since 7 is the second digit after the decimal point, its place value is hundredths.

2Calculate the sum of 3,842 and 1,579.

A.4,421

B.5,321

C.5,421

D.5,411

Explanation: To add these numbers, align them by place value: 3,842 + 1,579. Starting from the units column: 2+9=11 (carry 1); 4+7+1=12 (carry 1); 8+5+1=14 (carry 1); and 3+1+1=5, giving a total of 5,421.

3Which of the following fractions is equivalent to 12/18?

A.2/3

B.3/4

C.4/5

D.5/6

Explanation: To find an equivalent fraction in its simplest form, divide the numerator and the denominator by their highest common factor. The highest common factor of 12 and 18 is 6. Dividing both by 6 gives 2/3.

4Express 35% as a fraction in its simplest form.

A.3/5

B.7/20

C.35/100

D.7/10

Explanation: A percentage is a fraction with a denominator of 100, so 35% is written as 35/100. By dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, 5, we get the simplified fraction 7/20.

5What is the decimal equivalent of the fraction 3/8?

A.0.3

B.0.375

C.0.38

D.0.425

Explanation: To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. Dividing 3 by 8 gives exactly 0.375.

6Arrange the following numbers in descending order (largest to smallest): 0.6, 2/5, 55%, 0.45.

A.0.6, 55%, 0.45, 2/5

B.0.6, 55%, 2/5, 0.45

C.55%, 0.6, 0.45, 2/5

D.2/5, 0.45, 55%, 0.6

Explanation: Convert all values to decimals to compare: 0.6 remains 0.6; 2/5 = 0.4; 55% = 0.55; and 0.45 remains 0.45. Arranged from largest to smallest, the correct order is 0.6, 0.55 (55%), 0.45, and 0.4 (2/5).

7Divide $160 between Peter and Sarah in the ratio 3:5. How much money does Sarah receive?

A.$60

B.$80

C.$100

D.$120

Explanation: First, find the total number of parts by adding the ratios: 3 + 5 = 8 parts. One part is worth $160 / 8 = $20. Since Sarah's share is 5 parts, she receives 5 × $20 = $100.

8A camera originally priced at $240 is sold with a 15% discount. What is the amount of the discount?

A.$15

B.$24

C.$36

D.$204

Explanation: To calculate the discount amount, find 15% of the original price: 15/100 × $240 = 0.15 × 240 = $36.

9Calculate the product of 0.24 and 0.3.

A.0.072

B.0.72

C.0.0072

D.7.2

Explanation: First, multiply the numbers as if they were whole numbers: 24 × 3 = 72. Then, count the total number of decimal places in both factors (two in 0.24 and one in 0.3, making three decimal places in total). Placing the decimal point gives 0.072.

10Find the value of 3.6 divided by 0.04.

A.0.09

B.0.9

C.9

D.90

Explanation: To divide by a decimal, shift the decimal point in both the dividend and divisor to make the divisor a whole number: 3.6 / 0.04 becomes 360 / 4. Performing the division gives 90.

About the CCSLC Mathematics Exam

The Caribbean Certificate of Secondary Level Competence (CCSLC) Mathematics syllabus is a competency-based curriculum designed to ensure secondary school leavers possess the core mathematical knowledge, skills, and values required for everyday life, the workplace, and further study. The assessment consists of a school-based assessment (SBA), which is teacher-marked across five modules, and an external exam set by CXC, containing 50 multiple-choice questions completed in 75 minutes. Performance is evaluated across three cognitive profiles: Computation (30%), Comprehension (40%), and Reasoning (30%), and reported as Master, Competent, or Developing Competence.

Assessment

School-Based Assessment (SBA) consisting of five modules, and an external multiple-choice exam of 50 questions.

Time Limit

1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes)

Passing Score

Three-point scale: Master (75-100%), Competent (50-74%), and Developing Competence (0-49%).

Exam Fee

BDS$25.00 subject fee (local registration and candidate fees vary by territory). (Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC))

CCSLC Mathematics Exam Content Outline

20%

Number and Number Sense

Fractions, decimals, percentages, place value, whole number operations, and ratios.

20%

Conscious Consumer

Currency calculations (Caribbean currencies, exchange rates), buying/selling, profit/loss, simple interest, and wages.

20%

Spaces in the Environment

Basic geometry, 2D and 3D shapes, lines, angles, symmetry, and coordinate grids.

20%

Measuring Around Us

Length, area, perimeter, mass, volume/capacity, time (12-hour and 24-hour systems), and speed.

20%

Data Handling

Bar charts, line graphs, pie charts, tally charts, mean, median, mode, and simple probability.

How to Pass the CCSLC Mathematics Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: Three-point scale: Master (75-100%), Competent (50-74%), and Developing Competence (0-49%).
Assessment: School-Based Assessment (SBA) consisting of five modules, and an external multiple-choice exam of 50 questions.
Time limit: 1 hour 15 minutes (75 minutes)
Exam fee: BDS$25.00 subject fee (local registration and candidate fees vary by territory).

Keys to Passing

Complete 500+ practice questions
Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
Focus on highest-weighted sections
Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

CCSLC Mathematics Study Tips from Top Performers

1Familiarise yourself with the Caribbean exchange rates and consumer calculations, as these are highly practical and feature regularly.

2Work on converting time between 12-hour and 24-hour clocks, and calculating durations across time intervals.

3Review basic properties of 2D and 3D shapes, including faces, edges, vertices, lines of symmetry, and simple coordinate grid transformations.

4Practice drawing and reading data from bar charts, line graphs, and pie charts to speed up graph-interpretation questions.

5Maintain a steady pace during the multiple-choice exam, aiming to complete each of the 50 questions in under 1.5 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the CCSLC Mathematics external exam?

The external examination consists of 50 compulsory multiple-choice items, each with four options.

How is CCSLC Mathematics graded?

Results are reported on a three-point scale: Master (75-100%), Competent (50-74%), and Developing Competence (0-49%). Candidates receive a certificate once they achieve a minimum of Competent in five subjects (including Mathematics).

What is the duration of the external exam?

The external multiple-choice examination lasts for 1 hour and 15 minutes (75 minutes).

What are the two main components of the assessment?

The assessment is composite, consisting of a School-Based Assessment (SBA) composed of five module tasks marked by teachers, and an external multiple-choice exam set by CXC.

Are calculators allowed in the CCSLC Mathematics exam?

Yes, silent, non-programmable scientific calculators are permitted for use during the external multiple-choice examination.