International Notations for Number Sets

In summary, international notations for number sets are standardized ways of representing numbers in different languages and cultures, with the most commonly used being the Arabic numeral system. Other examples include the Roman, Chinese, and Indian numeral systems. These notations are necessary for accurate communication and calculations across different cultures, but can present challenges due to differences in symbols, positional values, and potential confusion when converting between systems.
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Monoxdifly
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Okay, so I know that the international notations for the set of natural numbers, whole numbers, rational numbers, real numbers, and complex numbers are N, Z, Q, R, and C, respectively. However, what are the international notations for the set of integers (natural numbers and zero), even numbers, odd, numbers, prime numbers, composite numbers, and cube numbers? Thanks in advance.
 
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Monoxdifly said:
Okay, so I know that the international notations for the set of natural numbers, whole numbers, rational numbers, real numbers, and complex numbers are N, Z, Q, R, and C, respectively. However, what are the international notations for the set of integers (natural numbers and zero), even numbers, odd, numbers, prime numbers, composite numbers, and cube numbers? Thanks in advance.

Hey Monoxdifly! ;)

The international notations are:
  • natural numbers and zero: $\mathbb Z_{\ge 0}$ or $\mathbb Z \setminus \mathbb Z^-$ or $\mathbb N \cup \{0\}$,
    Btw, note that internationally $\mathbb N$ is ambiguous - it can either exclude 0 or include 0.
  • even numbers: $2\mathbb Z$ or $\{2k : k\in\mathbb Z\}$,
  • odd numbers: $\{2k+1 : k\in\mathbb Z\}$ or $\mathbb Z \setminus 2\mathbb Z$,
  • prime numbers: $\{k : k\text{ is prime}\}$ or just 'the set of primes'; sometimes a text will define something like $\mathbb P$ or $P$ to represent the primes, but this is not international convention,
  • composite numbers: $\{k : k\text{ is composite}\}$ or just 'the set of composite numbers',
  • cube numbers: $\{k^3 : k\in \mathbb Z\}$ or for short $\{k^3\}$ if there's a context that says it's strictly about integers.
 
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Are there any international notations which state them as only 1 letter each?
 
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Monoxdifly said:
Are there any international notations which state them as only 1 letter each?

Nope. There's only a couple more 1 letter sets.
$\mathbb H$ for the quaternions, $I$ for the unit interval [0,1].
 

FAQ: International Notations for Number Sets

What are international notations for number sets?

International notations for number sets are standardized ways of representing numbers in different languages and cultures. They are used to ensure consistency and accuracy in mathematical calculations and communications.

What is the most commonly used international notation for number sets?

The most commonly used international notation for number sets is the Arabic numeral system, which uses ten digits (0-9) and a positional system to represent numbers.

What are some examples of other international notations for number sets?

Some other examples of international notations for number sets include the Roman numeral system, the Chinese numeral system, and the Indian numeral system. These systems vary in their use of symbols and their positional values.

Why do we need international notations for number sets?

We need international notations for number sets because different cultures and languages have their own ways of representing numbers. Without a standardized system, it would be difficult to communicate and perform calculations accurately across different languages and cultures.

Are there any challenges in using international notations for number sets?

Yes, there can be challenges in using international notations for number sets. Some of these challenges include differences in symbols and their meanings, varying positional values, and potential confusion when converting between different systems.

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