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multiplicative inverse

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noun

Mathematics.
  1. reciprocal.


Etymology

Origin of multiplicative inverse

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

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In the following exercises, find the multiplicative inverse of each number.

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We call 1a the multiplicative inverse of a.

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Find the multiplicative inverse of ⓐ 9 ⓑ − 1 ⓒ 0.9.

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What is the difference between the additive inverse and the multiplicative inverse of a number?

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In the following exercises, find the multiplicative inverse of each number.

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