(1) A graduating student at the novice level in mathematics is beginning to attain the prerequisite knowledge and skills that are fundamental at each benchmark in mathematics. He/she:

(a) demonstrates limited and incomplete use of mathematical processes and problem-solving strategies;

(b) often uses limited and incomplete reasoning to formulate logical arguments and communicate mathematical ideas;

(c) makes only concrete, mathematical connections;

(d) seldom uses appropriate technology to apply functions, graphs, and algebraic concepts to solve problems;

(e) recognizes, on a limited basis, complex measurement, geometric relationships, and properties; and

(f) makes some predictions and decisions, on a limited basis, based on data, but seldom recognizes statistical or probability concepts.