inequality Add to list Share. When there’s an inequality, something is out of balance and things are not equal. An inequality occurs in math when the two quantities are not the same measure or amount. In society, an inequality occurs when rights and privileges are not applied fairly.

What is the vocabulary for equation?

An equation is a statement of the equality of two quantities. If that equation is not a mathematical one but rather, say, an interpersonal one, it’s still a situation in which you might try to make the two sides equal.

What are the vocabulary words for algebra?

Understanding Basic Algebra Vocabulary

  • Constant. A value or number that never changes in an equation — it’s constantly the same.
  • Equation. A grouping of terms or values that use a sign to show an equal relationship — that two quantities are equal.
  • · Exponent.
  • Expression.
  • Factor.
  • Operation.
  • Simplify.
  • Solve.

How do you explain equations and inequalities?

1. An equation is a mathematical statement that shows the equal value of two expressions while an inequality is a mathematical statement that shows that an expression is lesser than or more than the other. 2. An equation shows the equality of two variables while an inequality shows the inequality of two variables.

What are key terms in math?

The Basic Operations

SymbolWords Used
+Addition, Add, Sum, Plus, Increase, Total
Subtraction, Subtract, Minus, Less, Difference, Decrease, Take Away, Deduct
×Multiplication, Multiply, Product, By, Times, Lots Of
÷Division, Divide, Quotient, Goes Into, How Many Times

What are math related words?

Synonyms of math

  • arithmetic,
  • calculation,
  • calculus,
  • ciphering,
  • computation,
  • figures,
  • figuring,
  • mathematics,