Topic 4 Math Vocabulary Flashcard

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What are whole numbers?

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Whole numbers are any positive numbers that do NOT have a decimal or fraction part, including zero.

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What is the definition of area in geometry?

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Area is the measure of the space inside a shape, calculated by multiplying the length and width of a rectangle.

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What does the Associative Property of Multiplication state?

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The Associative Property of Multiplication states that the way in which numbers are grouped in multiplication does not change the product, e.g., (a x b) x c = a x (b x c).

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a fraction expressed in a special form, representing a part of a whole or a value in between whole numbers.

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How do you calculate the area of a rectangle?

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To calculate the area of a rectangle, multiply its length by its width.

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What is the difference between whole numbers and integers?

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Whole numbers include all positive numbers and zero, while integers include all whole numbers and their negative counterparts.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a triangle?

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The area of a triangle can be found using the formula: Area = 1/2 x base x height.

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What is the significance of the number line in mathematics?

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A number line visually represents numbers in order, helping to understand concepts like whole numbers, decimals, and their relationships.

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What is the Commutative Property of Addition?

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The Commutative Property of Addition states that changing the order of the addends does not change the sum, e.g., a + b = b + a.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than its denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than or equal to its denominator.