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linear equation

noun

Definition of linear equation

: an equation of the first degree in any number of variables

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 For instance, Motta’s discussion of Algebra 2 concepts, such as linear equations and formulas, are applied to the building of a rocket, which the 14- or 15-year-old student can then test. — Marco Santana, orlandosentinel.com, "Osceola’s NeoCity Academy stresses tech, entrepreneurship," 19 Aug. 2019 Lemon plus garlic is not a linear equation; the presence of lemon transforms the fundamental tastes and smells that garlic has to offer. — Ali Bouzari, SFChronicle.com, "Housemade: The science behind a feast of flavor pairings at Kismet in Los Angeles," 12 July 2019

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First Known Use of linear equation

1816, in the meaning defined above

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