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natural numbers
One of the counting numbers, i.e. 1, 2, 3, 4... In graphing, numbers to the right of zero (cf Integer Discussion).
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
The number above the fraction bar that indicates the number of parts of the whole there are in a rational number.(cfFractions Discussion, Adding and Subtracting Fractions Discussion, Multiplying and Dividing Fractions Discussion, Comparing Fractions Discussion, Percents Discussions).

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