Question

Arithmetic topics in English

Answer 1

Arithmetic is most probably one of the first few subjects that you learned at school. ... Topics in Arithmetic include whole numbers, place values, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, factoring, fractions, decimals, exponents, scientific notations, percents, integers, proportions and word problems.

Answer 2

Arithmetic is a name for working with numbers. It is a part of mathematics. The four basic arithmetic operations are addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Harder arithmetic includes working with signed numbers, fractions, and decimals, and taking powers and roots.

Most people learn arithmetic in primary school, but some people do not learn arithmetic and others forget the arithmetic they learned. Many jobs require a knowledge of arithmetic, and many employers complain that it is hard to find people who know enough arithmetic. A few of the many jobs that require arithmetic include carpenters, plumbers, auto mechanics, accountants, architects, doctors, and nurses. Arithmetic is needed in all areas of mathematics, science, and engineering.

A calculator can be used to do arithmetic. Computers can do it more quickly, which is one reason Global Positioning Systemreceivers have a small computer inside.