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A binary operation is a fundamental concept in abstract algebra and mathematics. It is a rule that takes two inputs, called operands, and produces a single output. The operands and the output are typically elements of a specific set. The term "binary" signifies that the operation acts on exactly two elements.
A common way to denote a binary operation is by using a symbol, such as *, +, or ·,
Examples of binary operations include addition of real numbers, where 2 + 3 = 5; multiplication of integers,
The properties of binary operations, such as associativity, commutativity, and the existence of identity elements and