Operand

Pronunciation: /ˈɒ.pəˌrænd/ Explain

Figure 1: Operators and operands

An operand is the input to an operator. An operand is something on which an operation is performed. In the expression a + b, '+' is an operator, and a and b are its operands. An operator can be considered as a function and the operands as the inputs or independent variables of the function.

References

1. McAdams, David E.. All Math Words Dictionary, operand. 2nd Classroom edition 20150108-4799968. pg 130. Life is a Story Problem LLC. January 8, 2015. Buy the book

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McAdams, David E. Operand. 12/21/2018. All Math Words Encyclopedia. Life is a Story Problem LLC. http://www.allmathwords.org/en/o/operand.html.

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12/21/2018: Reviewed and corrected IPA pronunication. (McAdams, David E.)
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12/30/2008: Added 'more information', figure 1. (McAdams, David E.)
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