Academic Vocabulary - Mathematics 9-12 #6
Authored by Kathryn Bayne
Mathematics
11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of an identity matrix in the context of mathematics?
A. A square matrix that has a 1 for each element on the main diagonal and 0 for all other elements.
B. A matrix with identical elements along the main diagonal.
C. A matrix where the determinant equals one.
D. A matrix that does not change any vector when it is multiplied by that vector.
Answer explanation
The correct definition of an identity matrix in mathematics is a square matrix with a 1 for each element on the main diagonal and 0 for all other elements, which aligns with option A.
Tags
CCSS.HSN.VM.C.10
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term "implicit function" refer to in the academic vocabulary words for mathematics?
A. A function in which the dependent variable is isolated on one side of the equation.
B. A function that can be expressed as an explicit equation.
C. A function in which the dependent variable is not isolated on one side of the equation.
D. A function that is represented graphically only.
Answer explanation
The term 'implicit function' refers to a function in which the dependent variable is not isolated on one side of the equation, making it harder to express explicitly.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are increasing intervals?
A. Intervals where the function's value decreases.
B. Intervals where the function's slope is zero.
C. Intervals where the function's slope is negative.
D. Intervals where the function's slope is positive.
Answer explanation
Increasing intervals refer to the sections of a function where the slope is positive, indicating a rise in the function's value.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of "inference" in the context of mathematics?
A. A precise calculation based on known values.
B. A conclusion drawn from multiple observations.
C. A guess without any supporting evidence.
D. A mathematical proof.
Answer explanation
In the context of mathematics, 'inference' refers to a conclusion drawn from multiple observations, making option B the correct choice.
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CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How is "infinite" defined in the context of mathematics?
A. A number that is too small to be measured.
B. Having limits or boundaries in time or space.
C. Having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude; endless.
D. A set that can be counted.
Answer explanation
The correct definition of 'infinite' in mathematics is having no limits or boundaries in time or space or extent or magnitude; endless, which aligns with option C.
Tags
CCSS.8.NS.A.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does "initial point of a vector" mean?
A. The direction in which a vector is pointing.
B. The magnitude of a vector.
C. The starting point of a vector that is being represented by a line segment.
D. The end point of a vector.
Answer explanation
The initial point of a vector refers to the starting point of the vector when represented by a line segment, making option C the correct choice.
Tags
CCSS.HSN.VM.A.1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the definition of "input" in the context of mathematics?
A. The output or result of a function.
B. The process of solving an equation.
C. The value substituted for a variable in an expression.
D. The variable that is being solved for in an equation.
Answer explanation
The definition of 'input' in mathematics refers to the value substituted for a variable in an expression, making choice C the correct answer.
Tags
CCSS.8.F.A.1
CCSS.HSF.IF.A.1
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