reduced form
[/rɪˈdjuːst fɔːrm/]
nounpl: reduced forms
forma reduzida
1. In mathematics, a fraction or expression simplified to its simplest terms where numerator and denominator share no common factors
The reduced form of 6/9 is 2/3.
A forma reduzida de 6/9 é 2/3.
2. In linguistics, the unstressed or contracted form of a word or sound
In casual speech, 'gonna' is the reduced form of 'going to'.
Na fala casual, 'gonna' é a forma reduzida de 'going to'.
3. In chemistry and physics, a substance or equation simplified to its basic components
The reduced form of the compound shows only the essential elements.
A forma reduzida do composto mostra apenas os elementos essenciais.
4. In econometrics and statistics, a structural equation expressed without latent variables
The econometric model was converted to reduced form for analysis.
O modelo econométrico foi convertido para forma reduzida para análise.
This is primarily an academic and technical term used in mathematics, linguistics, and economics education. In Brazil, it is commonly taught in secondary school mathematics (simplificação de frações) and is essential terminology in STEM fields. The concept of reducing fractions is fundamental to mathematical literacy across both Brazilian and American educational systems.
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