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Egyptians used hieroglyphics, in which each symbol has a specific meaning.
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Why you use asterisk symbol instead of multiplication symbol in computer language?
Because there is no specific multiply sign other than a "x", which is used in algebraic equations and it would get confusing. Since an asterisk looks sort of like an x and has no other use in math, they used that instead.
How do you write x squared on a laptop?
use symbol x²
Need egytptian sentence starting with letter x?
Egyptians use the Arabic alphabet. There is no letter x.
What is the anti-derivative of 2x 1?
Unfortunately, whatever symbol that you put between the '2x' and the '1' didn't make it. Let me surmise that it was either a '+' or a '-'. +: x2 + x -: x2 - x If neither of these is what you wanted then let me suggest that you try submitting a question in which you substitute the name of the operator for it symbol; for example, use 'x plus y' instead of 'x+y'.
Why is the multiplication sign on the calculator in the computer a star instead of a x?
there is no reason. it should not be a star. bullcrap if you ask me. the multiplication symbol will always be a "X" in my eyes,
What is the symbol for median in statistics?
There is none just use M x(~)- the tilde is above the x
How do you get the multiply symbol on Microsoft word?
I think the only way is to use * or x.
What is another word that you can use instead of however?
Furthermore, but, consiquently! x
What is a symbol you use for squares and cubes alike?
That would probably be a carrot ^. For example, x^2 means "x squared." You can use this for any power you want.
How do you cut on a mac?
Command-X ("Command" is the key to the left and right of your keyboard and may have an apple symbol on it instead, depending on the year of your computer.)
What symbol would you use to multiply two numbers on a spreadsheet?
On a spreadsheet you use the * symbol rather than x as used normally in mathematics.
What is a letter or symbol used to represent an unknown value?
If you are talking about math then its usually " x " but if that is already use in the expression and you want to use another symbol to represent a DIFFERENT number then you can use y or a or so on.
