Binary Operator *: Examples and Find XZ

  • MHB
  • Thread starter karush
  • Start date
In summary, a binary operator is a mathematical symbol or function that operates on two operands to produce a result. Some common examples include addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and comparison operators. The binary operator * is used for multiplication and can be used in programming to multiply two values together. To find the value of XZ using *, you would need to know the values of both X and Z and use the * symbol between them.
  • #1
karush
Gold Member
MHB
3,269
5
define the binary operater * by
a*b=a+8b
find
a. 3*5=3+8(5)=43
b. 7"7=7+8(7)=63
c. 5*3=5+8(3)=29
d x*z=x+8z

probably ok
typos?
 
Mathematics news on Phys.org
  • #2


No, there are no typos in the equations. The binary operator * is defined as a+b= a+8b, so each equation is correctly written.
 

FAQ: Binary Operator *: Examples and Find XZ

What is a binary operator?

A binary operator is a mathematical symbol or function that operates on two operands to produce a result. In programming, it is used to perform operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Can you provide some examples of binary operators?

Some examples of binary operators include the plus sign (+) for addition, the minus sign (-) for subtraction, the asterisk (*) for multiplication, and the forward slash (/) for division. Other examples include the greater than (>) and less than (<) symbols for comparison, and the logical operators such as AND (&&) and OR (||).

How do I use the binary operator * for multiplication?

To use the binary operator * for multiplication, you need to have two operands on either side of the operator. For example, to multiply 5 by 2, you would write it as 5 * 2. The result of this operation would be 10.

How can I find the value of XZ using the binary operator *?

To find the value of XZ using the binary operator *, you need to have the values of X and Z. You would then write it as X * Z. For example, if X = 4 and Z = 7, the value of XZ would be 28.

Can the binary operator * be used for other types of data besides numbers?

Yes, the binary operator * can also be used for other types of data such as strings. In this case, it is used for string concatenation, where the * operator joins two strings together. For example, "Hello" * "World" would result in the string "HelloWorld". However, it is important to note that the behavior of the * operator may vary depending on the programming language being used.

Similar threads

MHB V.02.Binary operator by a*b=a+8b
Replies
2
Views
670
MHB What Are the Results of Using Custom Binary Operators in Mathematical Equations?
Replies
1
Views
757
MHB Is the Calculation of $(3 \diamond 8) \square 2 = 1940$ Correct?
Replies
2
Views
767
MHB What is the Binary Operator $\oplus$ and its Significance?
Replies
3
Views
821
MHB Solving Quadratic Equations with Binary Operator $\otimes$
Replies
6
Views
1K
MHB -gre.ge.11 x,y of fourth corner of diagonal
Replies
3
Views
1K
MHB Calculating LCM with Multiple Prime Factors
Replies
7
Views
1K
MHB -c5.LCM and Prime Factorization of A,B,C
Replies
3
Views
807
B Finding all possible sums given 2 lists, matched one to one
Replies
2
Views
1K
MHB Apc.1.1.13 what is the prime factorization of 30,030
Replies
3
Views
1K

Hot Threads

Recent Insights

Back
Top