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calculation

Pronunciation: [ˌkæl.kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən]

Word

Context: "mathematics"

(noun) a process of figuring out a number or the answer to a math problem. It’s like when you count or add things together to find out how much you have.

Example

The calculation of how many apples we have was correct.

Example

Her calculation didn't add up, causing confusion in the class.

Example

What calculation do we need to do to find the total?

Context: "consideration"

(noun) the act of thinking carefully about something before making a decision. It’s when you weigh your options and decide what is best.

Example

After careful calculation, he decided to go with the blue bicycle.

Example

Without proper calculation, she chose the wrong path.

Example

What calculation did you make before choosing that option?

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