Mathematics in Construction Vocabulary Quiz

What does the '-' symbol represent in mathematics?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

Which operation involves increasing numbers through repeated addition?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

What is the process of splitting numbers into equal parts called?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Division

What is a fraction?

• A whole number

• A part of a whole number expressed as a numerator over a denominator

• A decimal number

• A percentage

What is a decimal?

• A whole number

• A fraction

• A part of a whole number expressed as digits to the right of a decimal point

• A percentage

What is the process of changing from one form to another called?

• Division

• Conversion

• Addition

• Subtraction

Which symbol is used to express multiplication?

• +

• -

• x or *

• ÷

What is a ratio?

• A comparison of numbers showing the relationship between two quantities

• An unknown quantity

• The longest side of a right triangle

• An equation used to solve math problems

What is a formula used for?

• To compare numbers

• To state two ratios are equal

• To understand relationships between variables and solve math problems

• To describe a drawing or model

What is a variable?

• A comparison of numbers

• An unknown quantity

• The longest side of a right triangle

• A term describing a drawing or model