arithmetic vs sums

arithmetic

noun
  • The mathematics of numbers (integers, rational numbers, real numbers, or complex numbers) under the operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. 

adj
  • Of a progression, mean, etc, computed solely using addition. 

  • Of, relating to, or using arithmetic; arithmetical. 

sums

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