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Operand

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Definition: In a mathematical expression, an operand is a single piece of data that an operator is being applied to. Operands can be numbers, variables, or other expressions.

Examples:
A = 4 + 6

In this expression A, 4 and 6 are all considered operands.

X = (Y+4) * 25

In this expression X, (Y+4) and 25 are all considered operands.

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