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numeracy

nu·mer·a·cy [ nmərəssee ]


noun 
Definition:
 
mathematical competence: a competence in the mathematical skills needed to cope with everyday life and an understanding of information presented mathematically, e.g. in graphs, charts, or tables

[Mid-20th century. <numerate]
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