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divideontimes

Represents division combined with multiplication, displaying a division symbol overlaid with a times symbol.

Overview

Primarily used in advanced mathematical notation where both division and multiplication operations need to be indicated simultaneously. This specialized symbol appears in:

  • Abstract algebra and group theory discussions
  • Mathematical logic and formal systems
  • Complex mathematical expressions where combined operations need to be clearly distinguished

While less common than standard arithmetic operators, it serves specific notational needs in advanced mathematics where precise symbolic representation is essential.

Examples

Expressing a division operation in abstract algebra.

a⋇b=ca \divideontimes b = c 
a \divideontimes b = c

Showing a binary operation in group theory.

G={x∣x⋇y∈H}G = \{x \mid x \divideontimes y \in H\} 
G = \{x \mid x \divideontimes y \in H\}

Defining a custom mathematical operator using the division times symbol.

f(x)=x⋇(x+1)f(x) = x \divideontimes (x+1) 
f(x) = x \divideontimes (x+1)