SIMPLE

, something not mixed, or not compounded; in which sense it stands opposed to compound.

The elements are Simple bodies, from the composition of which there result all sorts of mixed bodies.

Simple Equation, Fraction, and Surd. See the substantives.

Simple Quantities, in Algebra, are those that consist of one term only; as a, or — ab, or 3 abc. In opposition to compound quantities, which consist of two or more terms; as a + b, or a + 2b - 3ac.

Simple Flank, and Tenaille, in Fortification. See the substantives.

Simple Machine, Motion, Pendulum, and Wheel, in Mechanics. See the substantives.

The simplest machines are always the most esteemed. And in geometry, the most simple demonstrations are the best.

Simple Problem, in Mathematics. See Linear Problem.

Simple Vision, in Optics. See Visic