RCM 4th - General Maths Vocab (1 of 2)

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Round

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Find a number close in value to a given number.

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Less than

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A symbol for comparing two numbers when the first is less than the second (<)

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Equal

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having the same value, size, or amount

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Equation: a maths statement using an equal sign to show two expressions have the same value.

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a maths statement using an equal sign to show two expressions have the same value.

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Factors of a Number

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Whole numbers that multiply together to get the given number.

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Greater than symbol used to compare two numbers when the first is greater than the second (>)

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Greater than: >

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Algorithm

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A routine set of steps to solve a problem.

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Unknown

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the value needed to solve a problem

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Estimate

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to make a close guess using mathematical thinking

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Compare:

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Decide if numbers, amounts, or sizes are greater, less, or equal.