Why do we use letters like x and y to represent numbers in algebra? 1.41K viewsJune 11, 2024MathematicsOther Question100.55K June 10, 2024 0 Comments Why do we use letters like x and y to represent numbers in algebra? In: Mathematics 29 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted June 10, 2024 0 Comments I heard somewhere that it comes from the arabic word شيء which means “something” . When transliterated it can be written x and read chi (like the Spanish x) You are viewing 1 out of 29 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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