non-whole solution
[/nɑːn hoʊl səˈluːʃən/]
nounpl: non-whole solutions
solução não inteira
1. A solution to an equation or problem that is not a whole number; a fractional, decimal, or irrational solution
The equation x² = 2 has a non-whole solution of approximately 1.414.
A equação x² = 2 tem uma solução não inteira de aproximadamente 1,414.
2. In mathematics, particularly algebra and calculus, any answer that involves fractions, decimals, or irrational numbers rather than integers
When solving 3x = 10, we get a non-whole solution of x = 10/3.
Ao resolver 3x = 10, obtemos uma solução não inteira de x = 10/3.
This is primarily a mathematical and academic term used in both English and Portuguese-speaking educational contexts. It has no particular cultural significance outside of mathematics and science education. The term is standardized across different Portuguese-speaking regions and is commonly taught in secondary and tertiary mathematics courses.
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