 | Term | Definition |
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absolute value |
when a number is neither positive or negative |
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algebraic expression |
an expression with one or more variables |
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base |
a number that is multiplied by itself as indicated from the exponent 8cubed.8 is the base number that is to be multiplied by itself 3 times.(8*8*8) |
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evaluate |
find the value |
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generalization |
idea that something is true about a whole group or part of that group |
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objectivity |
judgement that is not affected by personal prejudices or emotions |
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subjectivity |
judgement that is affected by personal prejudices or emotions |
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bias |
favoring one side of an issue, not remaining objective or neutral;prejudice |
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data |
facts or figures from which conclusions can be drawn |
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datum |
singular of data |
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analysis |
a seperation of whole into parts in order to determine its nature |
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abstract |
a summary |
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compile |
to collect |
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infer |
to form a conclusion through the use of data or evidence |
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vary |
verb-to change or modify |
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variable |
noun-that which varies or is subject to change |
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independent |
not needing support |
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dependent |
needing support |
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affect |
verb-to act on; to produce an effect or change |
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effect |
noun-that which is produced by a cause; result |
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