Math Vocabulary Flashcards
To memorize terms and meanings commonly (or less commonly) used in mathematical conversations and equations.
1
Q
Four other names for Addition are?
A
Mnemonic: SPIT Sum Plus Increase Total
2
Q
In addition, what are the numbers to be added together called?
A
Addends
2 <– Addend
—–
4
3
Q
Sign that means to add
A
+
Plus Sign
4
Q
Six other names for Subtraction are?
A
Minus Less Difference Decrease Take Away Deduct
5
Q
Sign that means to subtract.
A
-
Minus Sign
6
Q
The number that is to be subtracted from is the ____________.
A
Minuend
5 <– Minuend
- 3
—-
2
7
Q
The number that is to be subtracted is the __________.
A
Subtrahend
5
- 3 <–Subtrahend
—-
2
8
Q
The result of subtracting one number from another is the ______________.
A
Difference
5
- 3
—-
2 <–Difference
9
Q
In addition, the total is the ____ of the numbers added together.
A
Sum
2
+ 2
—–
4 <– Sum
