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Section 1

Introduction to Arithmetic Operations

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Basic Operations

The basic arithmetic operations for real numbers are addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Negative Numbers

Arithmetic operations can be performed on negative numbers according to specific rules.

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Fractions

A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of an integer numerator and a non-zero integer denominator.

Complex Fractions

A complex fraction is one in which the numerator, denominator, or both are fractions, which can contain variables, constants, or both.

Introduction to Exponents

Exponential form, written $b^n$, represents multiplying the base $b$ times itself $n$ times.

The Order of Operations

The order of operations is an approach to evaluating expressions that involve multiple arithmetic operations.

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