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- negative numbers
- Numbers less than zero. In graphing, numbers to the left of zero. Negative numbers
are represented by placing a minus sign (-) in front of the number (cf From Graphs to Machines and Back Discussion).
- normal distribution
- Also called "bell curve," the normal distribution is the curved shape of
a graph that is highest in the middle and lowest on the sides (cf The Normal Distribution Discussion).
- numerator
- In a rational number, the
number above the fraction bar that indicates the number of equal parts (cfFractions
Discussion, Adding and
Subtracting Fractions Discussion, Multiplying
and Dividing Fractions Discussion, Comparing Fractions
Discussion, Percents
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