Understanding Congruency and Its Applications

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In summary, congruence of two numbers means that they have the same remainder when divided by a given number. This can also be seen as the numbers being equivalent to each other in terms of remainders. Replacing a number with its congruence is allowed, as it still maintains the same remainder. This concept may seem simple, but it is important in various mathematical calculations.
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I'm having a bit of trouble understanding what it means for one number to be congruent to another. I have this more technical definition but I was wondering if anyone could put it into more simple terms.

What I really want to know is that if say 333 is congruent to 3 mod 10, does that mean that 333 is equivalent to 3 mod 10? Can I replace 333 by just 3?

I am looking a lot of examples in my notes and I see numbers being replaced by their congruencies, is that allowed?
 
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Nope,it means that both 333 and 3 give the same remainder when divided by 10,naely 3.

Daniel.
 
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That's all? : Nothing more? Well that makes things more simple then. I was thinking there was more to it. Thanks.
 

FAQ: Understanding Congruency and Its Applications

What does congruency mean?

Congruency refers to the quality or state of being in agreement or harmony, particularly in terms of shape, size, or position.

How is congruency different from similarity?

Congruency and similarity both involve comparing two objects for similarities, but congruency specifically refers to objects that are exactly the same in shape and size, while similarity allows for variations in size and proportions.

What is the mathematical definition of congruency?

In mathematics, congruency is defined as having identical shape and size, and corresponding sides and angles that are equal.

What is the symbol used to represent congruency?

The symbol ≅ is used to represent congruency in mathematics. This symbol means "congruent to" and is placed between two geometric figures to indicate that they are congruent.

How is congruency used in real life?

Congruency has many real-life applications, such as in construction and architecture where precise measurements and shapes are necessary for structures to be stable and functional. It is also used in fields such as engineering, art, and design.

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