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How can undefinable terms be used to create precise mathematical definitions?

Mathematics

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chubhunter [2.5K]3 years ago

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Answer:

This is done by stating descriptions of these terms.

Step-by-step explanation:

Undefinable terms are terms with no formal definitions. Formal definitions are obtained when specific words are used to define a term. In mathematics, specifically, Geometry words like line, point, and plane have no definite definition, So descriptions are used to identify them.

For example, in describing a point, we note that a point has no dimensions, it is usually denoted with a capital letter, and it indicates a position. Also in a coordinate plane, it is denoted with descriptions such as (u,v). Corresponding descriptions are given of other undefinable terms.

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2. $9.10

3. 36 girls

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