Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mathematical-calculation
noun
/ˌmæθəˈmætɪkl ˌkælkjʊˈleɪʃn/
Definition
A mathematical calculation refers to the process of using mathematical operations to derive a numerical value or solve a problem.
Examples
- Calculating the area of a circle involves a mathematical calculation of π times the radius squared.
- When working on a budget, mathematical calculations help determine how much money is available for spending.
Meaning
It typically involves arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division applied to numbers or variables.
Synonyms
- Computation
- Estimation
- Arithmetic
