The challenge is based on the Working Mathematically content of the NSW BOS Mathematics Syllabus, vol 1.
Question one
Suncorp Stadium is located in Brisbane QLD. It host's various events including sporting games, music concerts, and live action events.
The stadium seats:
- 5,000 Stadium member seats;
- 890 "open" corporate box seats;
- 1,500 corporate suite seats;
- 44,303 general public seats;
- 228 escort seats;
- 312 enhanced amenity seats
1. How many people can the Stadium seat in total?
2. Write the place value of the bold numeral is each number
Extension:
When hosting music events, the Stadium can accommodate more people. The football field is used and people either stand or sit on seats.
- When standing an extra 52,759 people can attend.
- When seated and extra 7,628 people can attend.
- How many people can the Stadium seat in total if
- Do people stand on the football field?
- Are people seated on the football field?
Question two
Using your calculator you need to display 777 without pressing the seven key. You must show your working.
Question three
1. Lochie's scout club has raised eight four thousand and seventy-two dollars after holding lots of fundraising activities. The government is so impressed by their efforts that it gives them another twelve hundred dollars. How much does Lochie's scout club have altogether?
2. Molly's dad needs to write a cheque to pay for a truckload of hay. The load costs $22,243, but he has to write it out in words. Please type out below the words he will need to place on the cheque.