Math Problem Statement

What is the inverse of addition, division, multiplication, and subtraction?

Solution

Let's analyze and answer the questions presented in the image:

Question 2:
What is the inverse of addition?
The correct answer is: c. subtraction

  • Subtraction is the operation that undoes addition. For example, if you add 5 to a number and then subtract 5, you return to the original number.

Question 3:
What is the inverse of division?
The correct answer is: b. multiplication

  • Multiplication undoes division. If you divide a number and then multiply it by the same value, you return to the original number.

Question 4:
What is the inverse of multiplication?
The correct answer is: b. division

  • Division undoes multiplication. If you multiply a number and then divide it by the same value, you return to the original number.

Question 5:
What is the inverse of subtraction?
The correct answer is: a. addition

  • Addition undoes subtraction. If you subtract a number and then add it back, you return to the original number.

Would you like further details on these inverse operations or have any questions?

Here are 5 additional related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the inverse of squaring a number?
  2. How is the inverse of a function related to the original function in terms of graphs?
  3. What is the inverse of exponentiation?
  4. Can every mathematical operation have an inverse?
  5. How do inverse operations work in modular arithmetic?

Tip: Inverse operations are crucial in solving equations because they help you isolate variables by undoing operations one step at a time.