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Term Definition Example Unit

cross

multiplication

a method to compare fractions

in which you multiply the

numerator of one fraction by

the denominator of the other

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cube the result of multiplying a

base by itself three times

2 cubed = 2^3 = 8

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cube root a special value that, when

used in multiplication three

times, gives the original

number

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cylinder (^) a three-dimensional figure with
circular bases and a curved area
for the side
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dependent
variable
a variable whose value is
based on the value of another
variable in the equation; the y-
axis
d = 60 t
Distance( d ) is a dependent
variable because the distance
depends on time spent traveling.
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dilation to make a figure larger or
smaller
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elimination
method
uses addition & subtraction to
eliminate a variable in order
to solve for the remaining
variable
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Grade 8 • Glossary