Definitions
- Referring to the process of performing mathematical calculations by hand. - Describing a method of solving problems using arithmetic operations. - Talking about a manual or mental calculation that does not involve the use of technology.
- Referring to the use of computers or technology to perform mathematical calculations. - Describing a method of solving problems using algorithms and programming languages. - Talking about the study of computer science and its applications in various fields.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are related to mathematics and problem-solving.
- 2Both words involve the use of logic and reasoning.
- 3Both words can be used to describe academic fields of study.
- 4Both words have similar prefixes, 'compu-', which means 'computer' or 'calculation'.
What is the difference?
- 1Method: Computative refers to manual or mental calculations, while computational involves the use of computers or technology.
- 2Scope: Computative is limited to arithmetic operations, while computational can involve complex algorithms and programming languages.
- 3Application: Computative is more commonly used in everyday situations, while computational is often used in academic or technical contexts.
- 4Emphasis: Computative emphasizes the process of calculation, while computational emphasizes the use of technology and programming.
- 5Connotation: Computative can imply simplicity or basic math skills, while computational can imply advanced knowledge and expertise in computer science.
Remember this!
Computative and computational are related to mathematics and problem-solving, but they differ in their methods and scope. Computative refers to manual or mental calculations, while computational involves the use of computers or technology to solve complex problems using algorithms and programming languages.
