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Language of Mathematics – Reading Parentheses
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The word "quantity" alerts the reader to parentheses. How is \((3 \times 2) \times 4\) read aloud?
Correct Answer
The quantity of 3 times 2, times 4
Explanation
From the Language of Mathematics box: \((3 \times 2) \times 4\) is read as "the quantity of 3 times 2, times 4". The word quantity signals where the parentheses open. \(3 \times (2 \times 4)\) is read as "3 times the quantity of 2 times 4."
Reference
Mathematics for college students