Questions tagged [mathematics]
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How do I teach "math equality" vs. "CS assignment" vs. "CS equality logic operator"?
Consider the following three uses of equality:
In mathematics, the statement $x = x^2$
In Python, the statement x = x**2
In Python, the expression, ...
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Avoiding confusion about precedence
When mentioning operator precedence for AND / OR, I explained it wrongly. I re-explained it properly using the idea of binding: the operator "binds tightly" to the two expressions immediately on ...
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