Math Definitions - Letter B
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Definition of Binary Operation
Definition of Binary Operation
A binary operation in an operation that takes two numbers as inputs.
Some examples of binary operations include addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
The output of a binary operation must come from the same set as its inputs.
You can combine binary operations to build new binary operations.
For example, the operation \(@\) defined on the left is a binary operation that has been built out the binary operations of multiplication and subtraction. Let's use the definition to calculate \(2 @ 3\):
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Prerequisites
None
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter B
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 4th Dec 2017
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