higher arithmetic
"Higher arithmetic" is an older term often synonymous with number theory, focusing on the properties and behaviors of whole numbers.
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Definition
C1Number Theory
(technical, academic)The branch of pure mathematics focused on the properties and behaviors of whole numbers.
Example
- Higher arithmetic explores topics such as prime numbers and their properties.
- In higher arithmetic, mathematicians study the divisibility and distribution of integers.
C2Education
(historical)An older term for advanced arithmetic topics, distinguished from basic arithmetic by more complex methods and concepts.
Example
- The curriculum included higher arithmetic, covering topics beyond basic addition and subtraction.
- In the 19th century, higher arithmetic was a key component of advanced mathematical education.