algebraic

adjective

al·ge·bra·ic ˌal-jə-ˈbrā-ik

: relating to, involving, or according to the laws of algebra

: involving only a finite number of repetitions of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, extraction of roots, and raising to powers

algebraic equation

compare transcendental

algebraically

ˌal-jə-ˈbrā-ə-k(ə-)lē

adverb

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Quadratic Formula The quadratic formula, another algebraic staple, is one of the first truly intimidating mathematical structures that high-school students encounter. —

Cody Cottier, Discover Magazine, 3 Dec. 2024 But higher-dimensional algebraic varieties are far more complicated and impossible to visualize. —

Jordana Cepelewicz, Quanta Magazine, 21 Oct. 2024 That means quantum computers can solve certain problems – such as AI’s linear algebraic equations – much faster than regular computers. —

Tor Constantino, Mba, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024 If this were a sympathetic exercise instead of a salacious one, a more algebraic reconsideration could use the modern vocabulary and cultural nuance Brennan said the Menendezs didn’t have at the time. —

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