Mathematical Language And Symbols Flashcards
is a complex system of words and symbols, either spoken or written, used by a particular
community as a means of communication.
Language
Every language has its vocabulary (the words) and its rules for combing these words into complete thoughts
(the sentences).
Language of Mathematics
Math is comprised of primarily two things, what is it?
Number and symbol
Very fine distinction
Precise
Able to say things briefly
Concise
able to express complex thoughts with relative ease
Powerful
used to name things we want to talk about (like people, places, and things)
Noun
used to state complete thoughts
Sentences
The mathematical analog of a ‘noun’ are called?
expression
A name given to a
mathematical object of interest
Expression
The mathematical analog of a ‘sentence’ will also be called?
Sentence
The most common expression types are
Numbers, sets and function
An expression is the mathematical analog of an ?
English Noun
A mathematical sentence is the analog of an
English Sentence
it is a correct arrangement of mathematical symbols that states a complete thought.
mathematical sentence