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Operation - GCSE Maths Definition

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In mathematics, an "operation" refers to a mathematical process used to work with numbers. The four basic operations are addition ("+"), subtraction ("-"), multiplication ("x"), and division ("÷"). More complicated operations may involve combining these, and could also finding powers or finding square roots. Understanding how, and when, to use mathematical operations, in the correct order, is crucial to solving problems.

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Dan graduated from the University of Oxford with a First class degree in mathematics. As well as teaching maths for over 8 years, Dan has marked a range of exams for Edexcel, tutored students and taught A Level Accounting. Dan has a keen interest in statistics and probability and their real-life applications.

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