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partial number

[ˈpɑːrʃəl ˈnʌmbər]
nounpl: partial numbers
número parcial
1. In mathematics, a number or value that represents only part of a whole or total amount
When calculating the sum, we use partial numbers before reaching the final total.
Ao calcular a soma, usamos números parciais antes de chegar ao total final.
2. In accounting or commerce, an incomplete or intermediate numerical value in a calculation or transaction
The partial number shows the subtotal before tax is applied.
O número parcial mostra o subtotal antes do imposto ser aplicado.
3. In division or long multiplication, intermediate results obtained during the calculation process
The partial numbers in long multiplication are added together to get the final product.
Os números parciais na multiplicação longa são somados para obter o produto final.
Synonyms
partial sumintermediate valuesubtotalcomponent number
Antonyms
totalcomplete numberfinal sum

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
número parcial
Standard usage in mathematics and accounting contexts
Portugal
número parcial
Common in mathematical and educational settings

Related Idioms & Phrases

partial number calculation
partial number method
sum of partial numbers
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