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Algebra
Alegra is the study of operations and their application to solving equations.
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axis of symmetry of a parabola
Mathematics; Algebra
The line passing through the focus and vertex of a parabola. The axis of symmetry is perpendicular to the directrix.
back substitution
Mathematics; Algebra
He process of solving a linear system of equations that has been transformed into row-echelon form or reduced row-echelon form.
base of an exponential expression
Mathematics; Algebra
A in the expression ax. For example, 2 is the base in 23. Similar to the base of a logarithm.
cartesian form
Mathematics; Algebra
A function (or relation) written using (x, y) or (x, y, z) coordinates.
cartesian plane
Mathematics; Algebra
The plane formed by a horizontal axis and a vertical axis, often labeled the x-axis and y-axis, respectively.
ceiling function
Mathematics; Algebra
A step function of x which is the least integer greater than or equal to x.
