SOLUTION: I know this may seem strange but I need to know what this symbol means.≈ Thank you so much I am lost.

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Question 414337: I know this may seem strange but I need to know what this symbol means.≈
Thank you so much I am lost.
Answer by MathLover1(20850) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!

≈...this symbol representing approximation and ≈ is called asymptotic

= with dot above ...this one is also a symbol representing approximation and is called general

An approximation is an inexact representation of something that is still close enough to be useful.
Approximation usually occurs when an exact form or an exact numerical number is unknown or difficult to obtain.