Numerical expressions

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What is the order of operations in mathematics?

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The order of operations is a set of rules that determines the sequence in which calculations are performed. It is often remembered by the acronym PEMDAS: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right).

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What does the term 'sum' refer to in mathematics?

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The term 'sum' refers to the result of adding two or more numbers together.

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How do you express the product of two numbers?

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The product of two numbers is expressed using the multiplication symbol (x or *). For example, the product of 5 and 15 is written as 5 x 15.

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What is the definition of 'quotient' in mathematics?

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The quotient is the result of dividing one number by another. For example, the quotient of 25 and 5 is 25 ÷ 5.

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What does 'difference' mean in the context of subtraction?

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The difference is the result of subtracting one number from another. For example, the difference between 6 and 3 is 6 - 3.

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What is the mathematical symbol for addition?

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The mathematical symbol for addition is '+'.

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What is the mathematical symbol for subtraction?

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The mathematical symbol for subtraction is '-'.

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What is the mathematical symbol for multiplication?

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The mathematical symbol for multiplication is 'x' or '*'.

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What is the mathematical symbol for division?

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The mathematical symbol for division is '÷' or '/'.

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What is the result of adding 5 and 5?

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The result of adding 5 and 5 is 10, which can be expressed as 5 + 5 = 10.