2.1 - Math Language & Symbols
Math Expressions
These are expressions that consist of terms - which are numbers, letters, and operators.
Multinomial
It is a Type of Math Expression that contains four terms. (2a-3b+4c-d; 5x-37+2z+4)
Monomial
It is a Type of Math Expression that contains one term only. (2x; 5y; -32m)
Trinomial
It is a Type of Math Expression that contains three terms. (2a-3b+4c; 5x-3y+2z; 6x+9y-4)
Division
It is an Operational Symbol that is phrased like: - divided by - the quotient of - per
Subtraction
It is an Operational Symbol that is phrased like: - minus - the difference of - decreased by - subtracted from
Multiplication
It is an Operational Symbol that is phrased like: - multiplied by - the product of - times of
Addition
It is an Operational Symbol that is phrased like: - plus - the sum of - increased by - total - added to
Open Sentence
It is a Type of Math Sentence that is not sure if the math sentence can true or false. (2xy < 3y)
Language
It is the system of words and symbols used to express ideas.
Mathematical Language
It is the system to communicate mathematical ideas.
Convention
It is the technique agreed by mathematicians - which is used to process math problems.
Context
It refers to the topics being studied.
4 Characteristics of Math Language
1. It is about ideas. 2. It is non-temporal. 3. It is non-emotional. 4. It is precise
4 Ways to Solve a Math Problem
1. Modeling and Formulating 2. Transforming and Manipulating 3. Inferring (or Deduction) 4. Communicating
4 Types of Math Expressions
1. Monomial 2. Binomial 3. Trinomial 4. Multinomial
4 Operational Symbols
1. Multiplication 2. Division 3. Addition 4. Subtraction
2 Types of Math Sentence
1. Open Sentence 2. Closed Sentence
Binomial
It is a Type of Math Expression that contains two terms. (2x-3y; 5x+9y; -3m+2n)
Closed Sentence
It is a Type of Math Sentence that can be sure if the math sentence is true or false. ( 2(x+y) = 2x+2y )
