The Duplex in mathematics refers to a specific operational concept primarily found within Vedic Mathematics, an ancient system of calculations. It is a fundamental technique used for efficient mental arithmetic, particularly for squaring numbers and performing multiplication.
The term "Duplex" is used in two main senses:
- For squaring: When dealing with a single digit, the Duplex is simply the square of that digit.
- For multiplication: When dealing with multiple digits, especially pairs, the Duplex involves specific multiplication operations, often doubling the product of digits.
This concept simplifies complex calculations by breaking them down into smaller, manageable steps.
Understanding the Duplex Method
The definition of the Duplex depends on the number of digits involved. Here's a breakdown:
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For a single digit (a):
- The Duplex of a single digit
ais its square. - Formula:
D(a) = a² - Example: To find the Duplex of
7:
D(7) = 7² = 49
- The Duplex of a single digit
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For two digits (ab):
- The Duplex of a two-digit number
ab(whereais the tens digit andbis the units digit) is twice the product of the two digits. - Formula:
D(ab) = 2 × a × b - Example: To find the Duplex of
34:
D(34) = 2 × 3 × 4 = 24
- The Duplex of a two-digit number
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For three digits (abc):
- The Duplex of a three-digit number
abcis twice the product of the outer digits (aandc) plus the square of the central digit (b). - Formula:
D(abc) = 2 × a × c + b² - Example: To find the Duplex of
123:
D(123) = (2 × 1 × 3) + 2² = 6 + 4 = 10
- The Duplex of a three-digit number
Duplex Rules Summary
The following table summarizes the Duplex rules for different numbers of digits:
| Number of Digits | Representation | Duplex Formula | Example | Calculation | Duplex (D) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | a |
a² |
D(5) |
5² |
25 |
| 2 | ab |
2ab |
D(26) |
2 × 2 × 6 |
24 |
| 3 | abc |
2ac + b² |
D(453) |
(2 × 4 × 3) + 5² = 24 + 25 |
49 |
| 4 | abcd |
2ad + 2bc |
D(1234) |
(2 × 1 × 4) + (2 × 2 × 3) = 8 + 12 |
20 |
| 5 | abcde |
2ae + 2bd + c² |
D(67891) |
(2 × 6 × 1) + (2 × 7 × 9) + 8² = 12 + 126 + 64 |
202 |
Application in Vedic Maths
The Duplex method is a core component of several Vedic Maths sutras (formulas), particularly the "Vertically and Crosswise" method for multiplication and squaring numbers. By calculating the Duplex of various sections of a number, one can efficiently derive the final product or square.
For instance, when squaring a number like 34, one would calculate the Duplex of the individual digits and pairs of digits in a specific sequence to arrive at the full square of 34, which is 1156. The rule that a "single or central digit" means squaring that digit (a²) is fundamental to applying Duplex in these larger calculations, as seen in the D(a) and D(abc) formulas.
For more detailed information on Vedic Mathematics and the Duplex concept, you can refer to resources like Vedic Maths.
