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Jargon-Free Definition

Use what you already know to do something.

QCAA/AC9 Definition

Use knowledge, understanding, rules, methods or procedures in a given situation or task.

Examples of Word Use in School

  • Apply your understanding of fractions to Solve the problem.
  • Apply the formula to Solve the area.
  • Apply the class rule to this example.

Mathematical Definition

Use a known rule, formula, theorem or method in a specific mathematical situation.