Math Definitions - Letter B
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Definition of Balance Scales
Definition of Balance Scales
A balance scale is an old-fashioned instrument for weighing objects. It has two pans and a balanced beam.
The objects to be weighed are placed in one of the pans, and known weights are placed in the other pan. When the beam holding the two pans is horizontal, the objects in each pan have the same mass.
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Prerequisites
None
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter B
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 4th Dec 2017
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