Definition of "numeracy" []

• The quality of being numerate; numerical skill (noun)

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• "‘The foundation of literacy and numeracy is being able to talk,’ said Mrs Gross."
• "Gaining a level 2 qualification in numeracy or literacy GREATLY improves a persons employment and promotion prospects; i have seen this first hand."
• "Nevertheless, the fact that they ARE having to teach literacy and numeracy is a remarkable indictment of schools."