(1) A graduating student at the nearing proficiency level in mathematics demonstrates partial mastery of the prerequisite knowledge and skills fundamental for proficient-level mathematics. He/she:

(a) applies incomplete and incorrect mathematical processes to solve problems, often inaccurately;

(b) communicates mathematical ideas and sometimes extends them, but often inaccurately;

(c) sometimes understands and uses appropriate technology to apply functions, graphs, and algebraic concepts to solve real and theoretical problems;

(d) sometimes demonstrates difficulty recognizing complex measurement and geometric and algebraic relationships which result in inaccuracies;

(e) sometimes makes predictions and decisions based on data, probability, and statistics, often inaccurately; and

(f) makes connections, but does not generalize or prove them and often his/her arguments lack appropriate supporting mathematical ideas and careful reasoning.