Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mathematical-error

Noun

/ˌmæθəˈmætɪkəl ˈɛrər/

Definition

A mistake made when performing mathematical operations or calculations.

Examples

She realized she had made a mathematical error when checking her homework.
The engineer corrected a mathematical error in the dynamic calculations of the bridge design.
Identifying a mathematical error in the report saved the team from costly mistakes.

Meaning

A mathematical error can occur due to incorrect calculations, misunderstandings of concepts, or faults in reasoning, often leading to faulty conclusions.