rounding error
[ˈraʊndɪŋ ˈɛrər]
nounpl: rounding errors
erro de arredondamento
1. The difference between an approximate value obtained by rounding and the exact mathematical value
The rounding error in the calculation was negligible for practical purposes.
O erro de arredondamento no cálculo foi negligenciável para fins práticos.
2. In computing and mathematics, the discrepancy that occurs when a number is rounded to fewer decimal places or significant figures
Accumulated rounding errors can lead to significant inaccuracies in complex computations.
Erros de arredondamento acumulados podem levar a imprecisões significativas em cálculos complexos.
3. The loss of precision resulting from representing numbers with limited decimal places in digital systems
Floating-point arithmetic often introduces rounding errors.
A aritmética de ponto flutuante frequentemente introduz erros de arredondamento.
This is a technical term commonly used in both Brazilian and American academic and professional contexts, particularly in mathematics, computer science, finance, and engineering. In Brazil, it is standard terminology in universities and technical institutions. The concept is crucial in discussions about numerical accuracy and computer programming.
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