# FINANCE notes > CAPS-aligned study notes for FINANCE in Grade 11 Mathematical Literacy. Browse the sections below for explanations, worked examples and exam preparation. - Page: https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance Breadcrumbs: [Home](https://www.hlayiso.com/) › [Grade 11](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11) › [Mathematical Literacy](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy) › [Notes](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes) › [FINANCE](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance) ## Sections in FINANCE Each entry shows the free preview (about 200 characters). Create a free Hlayiso account to read the full notes, practise every question and track your progress. - [Financial Documents & Terminology](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/financial-documents-and-terminology) — Financial Documents & Terminology In the business world and in everyday life, financial documents form the backbone of how money is tracked, managed, and reported. Understanding these documents and… - [Income: Personal & Business Sources](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/income-personal-and-business-sources) — Income: Personal & Business Sources Income is the money that a person or business receives. Understanding the different sources and types of income is fundamental in Mathematical Literacy because it… - [Expenditure: Personal & Business](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/expenditure-personal-and-business) — Expenditure: Personal & Business While income is the money coming in, expenditure is the money going out. Tracking and understanding expenditure is crucial for financial planning, budgeting, and… - [Taxation: VAT & UIF](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/taxation-vat-and-uif) — Taxation: VAT & UIF Taxation is the system through which the government collects money from individuals and businesses to fund public services such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and… - [Exchange Rates](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/exchange-rates) — Exchange Rates When you travel abroad or buy products from another country, you need to convert South African Rand (ZAR) into the currency of that country. The exchange rate tells you how much of one… - [Tariff Systems & Comparing Options](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/tariff-systems-and-comparing-options) — Tariff Systems & Comparing Options A tariff system is a pricing structure used to charge for a service based on usage. Tariff systems are used for electricity, water, cell phone contracts, and many… - [Income, Expenditure, Profit & Loss](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/income-expenditure-profit-and-loss) — Income, Expenditure, Profit & Loss Every business and organisation operates by earning income and incurring expenditure. The relationship between these determines whether the business makes a profit… - [Budgets: Projected vs Actual](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/budgets-projected-vs-actual) — Budgets: Projected vs Actual A budget is a financial plan that estimates future income and expenditure. It is one of the most important tools for financial management, whether for a household, a… - [Cost Price, Selling Price & Break-Even Analysis](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/cost-price-selling-price-and-break-even-analysis) — Cost Price, Selling Price & Break-Even Analysis For any small business, understanding the relationship between cost price, selling price, and the break-even point is fundamental. These concepts… - [Interest, Loans & Banking](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/interest-loans-and-banking) — Interest, Loans & Banking Interest is the cost of borrowing money or the reward for saving it. Understanding how simple interest and compound interest work, how loans and hire purchase agreements are… - [Inflation](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/finance/inflation) — Inflation Inflation affects every aspect of our daily lives — from the price of bread to the cost of petrol to school fees. Understanding what inflation is, how it is calculated, and its impact on… ## Other Mathematical Literacy topics - [PATTERNS AND RELATIONSHIPS](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/patterns-and-relationships) - [MEASUREMENTS](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/measurements) - [MAPS, PLANS & OTHER REPRESENTATIONS](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/maps-plans-and-other-representations) - [DATA HANDLING](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/data-handling) - [PROBABILITY](https://www.hlayiso.com/grade-11/mathematical-literacy/notes/probability) ## Frequently asked questions ### What is covered in FINANCE for Grade 11 Mathematical Literacy? The FINANCE section covers all key concepts from the Grade 11 Mathematical Literacy CAPS curriculum, including detailed explanations, worked examples, and exam preparation tips. ### Are the FINANCE notes free? Yes. 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