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Math Definitions - Letter S


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Subtrahend

Definition of Subtrahend

Definition of Subtrahend

The subtrahend is the number you take away from the other during subtraction.

The different numbers in subtraction are related as follows:

\( \text{minuend} - \text{subtrahend} = \text{difference}. \)

For example, in the subtraction \(7 -5 = 2\), the subtrahend is \(5\).

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.



Audience

Year 1 to Year 12 students

Learning Objectives

Learn common math terms starting with letter S

Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 5th Feb 2018

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