divide by a factor

/dɪˈvaɪd baɪ ə ˈfæktər/

diviser par un facteur

To simplify the equation, divide by a factor of 2.

Pour simplifier l'équation, divisez par un facteur de 2.

technique

Diviser un nombre ou une expression mathématique par un autre nombre ou une autre expression pour en réduire la valeur ou la complexité.

In the formula E = mc², if you divide by the speed of light squared, you isolate the mass.

Dans la formule E = mc², si vous divisez par le carré de la vitesse de la lumière, vous isolez la masse.

Commonly used in algebraic manipulations and scientific calculations.

Collocations

divide by a factor ofdiviser par un facteur de

Synonymes

reduce by a factor scale down by

Antonymes

multiply by a factor scale up by

Expressions liées

multiply by a factorexpression

increase a quantity by a specified amount

Conseil pro

Common Mistakes

Do not confuse 'divide by a factor' with 'divide into parts.' The former implies scaling down, while the latter refers to partitioning.

Règle d'or

Mathematical Precision

When using this phrase in calculations, ensure the factor is correctly identified to avoid errors in the result.

Origine du mot

The phrase combines 'divide' (from Latin *dividere*, meaning 'to separate') and 'factor' (from Latin *factor*, meaning 'doer' or 'maker'), reflecting the mathematical operation of reducing a quantity by a specified amount.

Notes d'usage

This phrase is typically used in technical or mathematical contexts. Avoid using it in informal speech unless referring to calculations.

Décomposition du mot

divide

to separate into parts or reduce in size

verb

by a factor

through the action of a specified multiplier

prepositional phrase

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