Math Vocab

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Multiples are the numbers obtained by multiplying two numbers, exceeding the original number.

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The numbers you get after you multiply 2 numbers together, they are more than the number you start with.

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Exponent:

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Mathematical notation for how many times a quantity is multiplied by itself.

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Lowest terms:

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Cannot divide both numerator and denominator by the same number except 1.

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Order of operations

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The order in which one performs mathematical operations.

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Simplest form

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Lowest terms; largest fractional pieces.

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Sequence:

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The order in which one performs mathematical operations.

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Dividend

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The number to be divided in a division problem.

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Estimate: A method to ensure answer reasonableness, often using rounding.

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A way of making sure your answer is reasonable, rounding is a commonly used strategy.

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Numerical expression:

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A math sentence with numbers and operational symbols (e.g., 3 + 2, 5 • 4).

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Ordered pair

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(x, y) indicating a point's location on a grid.