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  1. mathematics - How did the obelus ÷ come to stand for division ...

    The obelus ÷ represents division on calculator keyboards, and sometimes in elementary education. It has a long non-mathematical history starting before 200 BC. Its earliest use as a symbol for divi...

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    The obelus ÷ represents division on calculator keyboards, and sometimes in elementary education. It has a long non-mathematical history starting before 200 BC.

  3. mathematics - How long has the order of priority of arithmetical ...

    but for how long has PEMDAS been widely taught in high school mathematics classes? I assume this will differ for different parts of the world, so please include what countries or regions you can speak …

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    The obelus ÷ represents division on calculator keyboards, and sometimes in elementary education. It has a long non-mathematical history starting before 200 BC.