[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Another math thread, notations

Posted: 4/11/2011 7:16:46 PM EDT

So how do you write equations, specifically notations used for division and multiplication?

Do you use × or · for multiplication?

Do you use ÷ or / for division?

Posted: 4/11/2011 7:28:45 PM EDT

[#1]

For what specifically?

Computers generally use * and /

If you are writing on paper use · and / or ÷

Posted: 4/11/2011 7:29:40 PM EDT

[#2]

Equivalency. Learn it, live it, love it.

Posted: 4/11/2011 7:32:32 PM EDT

[#3]

I usually use the multiplication sign for multiplication, and the dot for dot product.

I usually use the solidus for division when typing, but that's only because it's more convenient inline than using the vinculum. I rarely use the obelus, but that's just my preference. My strongest preference is for the vinculum, by far.

ETA: ...and I use parentheses generously to avoid ambiguity.

Posted: 4/11/2011 7:40:09 PM EDT

[#4]

It depends, but usually I use a lot of parenthesis and brackets. And fractions, especially if I need to include units so I can figure out conversions as I go.

Posted: 4/11/2011 7:55:15 PM EDT

[#5]

I just put them next to each other for multiplication.

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Another math thread, notations

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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Another math thread, notations

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Another math thread, notations