What is Modular arithmetic primarily used for?
- A. A system of arithmetic where numbers wrap around after reaching a certain value, called the modulus. ✓
- B. A branch of algebra dealing with variables that have only two possible values, true or false.
- C. A relation that assigns exactly one output value to each input from a given set.
- D. A branch of discrete mathematics studying graphs made up of vertices connected by edges.
Correct answer
A. A system of arithmetic where numbers wrap around after reaching a certain value, called the modulus.
Explanation
Modular arithmetic refers to a system of arithmetic where numbers wrap around after reaching a certain value, called the modulus.