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Pair
nisotomākana |
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Definition: Two identical, similar, or corresponding things that are matched for use together are called a pair [6].
Parentheses
wawi cakpaykanahk |
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Definition: It is a pair of round brackets “( )”. In mathematics, parentheses are used to group numbers, variables, or expressions together. The operations within the parentheses should be carried out first [4].
Example
3 × (5 – 2) + 1
= 3 × 3 + 1
= 9 + 1
= 10
Pattern
masinisâwân isi-askotomakak |
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Definition: It is a geometric design or numerical/algebraic sequence that is predictable because some aspect of it repeats [1].
Penny
piyak-pîwâpiskos |
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Definition: It is a coin representing the smallest unit of money in various countries, including the United States and Canada. It is equal to one cent [4].
Plane
môhkocikêwâkan |
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Definition: A plane is a set of points forming a flat surface that extends without end in all directions [1].
Point (on a graph)
cacipiyikan |
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Definition: A point on a graph is represented by a dot. Its location can be labelled by a pair of numbers, which are also called x and y coordinates.
Product
māmwi-akītȃk |
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Definition: In mathematics, the product is the result when two or more factors are multiplied [1].
Example
In the following calculation:
- 1.2 × 3 = 3.6
3.6 is the product.