Common Math Terminology

2. the result of multiplying two or more numbers.
6. This function is used to subtract one number from another. The symbol used to represent subtraction is “-“. For example, 7 – 4 = 3.
8. a shape with three sides and three angles.
10. a straight path that extends infinitely in both directions.
13. This function is used to divide one number by another. The symbol used to represent division is “÷” or “/”. For example, 10 ÷ 2 = 5 or 10 / 2 = 5.
16. a shape with four sides and four angles.
18. a number that can be multiplied by another number to get a product.

1. the distance around a shape.
3. This function is used to multiply two or more numbers together. The symbol used to represent multiplication is “×” or “*”. For example, 2 × 4 = 8 or 2 * 4 = 8
4. the result of dividing one number by another.
5. the result of adding two or more numbers.
7. This function is used to add two or more numbers together. The symbol used to represent addition is “+”. For example, 2 + 3 = 5.
9. the number that divides the dividend.
11. a shape with all points at a fixed distance from a center point.
12. the result of subtracting one number from another.
14. the number being divided.
15. the space inside a shape.
17. the space between two intersecting lines or planes.