Numerical Values
Definition
Numerical values are specific numbers used in calculations or measurements. They can be exact or approximate, and they provide quantitative information.
Analogy
Think of numerical values as ingredients in a recipe. Just like how different amounts of ingredients can change the taste of a dish, different numerical values can affect the outcome of a calculation.
Related terms
Precision: The level of detail or accuracy in a numerical value.
Significant Figures: Digits that carry meaning and contribute to the precision of a numerical value.
Rounding: Adjusting a numerical value to a certain degree of accuracy by dropping or changing digits.
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