multiplicative inverse
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of multiplicative inverse
First recorded in 1955–60
Example Sentences
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The word ‘inverse’ in inverse variation refers to the multiplicative inverse.
From Textbooks • Apr. 22, 2020
Only a square matrix may have a multiplicative inverse, as the reversibility, is a requirement.
From Textbooks • Feb. 13, 2015
A matrix that has a multiplicative inverse is called an invertible matrix.
From Textbooks • Feb. 13, 2015
The multiplicative inverse can be found using a formula.
From Textbooks • Feb. 13, 2015
Determine whether the statement is true or false: The multiplicative inverse of a rational number is also rational.
From Textbooks • Feb. 13, 2015
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