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Algebra

Scope note

Branch of mathematics that investigates general statements of relations, using letters and other symbols to represent specific mathematics entities such as sets of numbers, values, vectors, and series.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300054523

Broader Terms used

mathematics

Created

13yrs ago

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