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Math Definitions - Letter S
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Subtrahend
Definition of Subtrahend
The subtrahend is the number you take away from the other during subtraction.
The different numbers in subtraction are related as follows:
\( \text{minuend} - \text{subtrahend} = \text{difference}.
\)
For example, in the subtraction \(7 -5 = 2\), the subtrahend is \(5\).
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.
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter S
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 5th Feb 2018
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