Determination should include
- use of formulas to calculate the quantity needed
- consideration of pattern repeat when determining necessary quantity of a floor covering, wall covering, window treatment material, or upholstery material
- calculation and addition of industry-recommended extra quantity, if any.
Process/Skill Questions:
Thinking
- What tasks in entry-level interior design jobs include determining quantities of interior finish materials? What are the common formulas used in these tasks?
- Why is it important to calculate and include industry-recommended extra quantity?
- How can a paint's listed rate of coverage help determine the quantity needed?
Communication
- What mathematics skills help determine the quantity of materials to cover given surfaces?
Leadership
- How can one gain the mathematics skills needed for employment?
- Why must a professional determine the quantity of interior finish materials to cover a given space? What considerations are necessary?
Management
- What resources are available to help improve mathematics skills?
- How do professionals evaluate mathematics skills?