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In more mathematical context, angles are usually measured in radians instead of degrees. One degree equals π/180 radians.
There was also an attempt to introduce a decimal degree, see gon.
Note that the SI unit of temperature, the kelvin, uses the symbol K and is not proceeded by "degrees" or the degree sign (°).
The term degree can also be used to refer to the highest exponent of a term in a polynomial.
Education A degree is an award conferred on a person by an institution of higher education, generally in recognition of academic achievement, but in some cases merely as a honor for non-academic work (the later are called honorary degrees, or degrees honoris causa). A person issued a degree is permitted to place initials after their name indicating the award, and in some cases (Doctorates and Higher Doctorates) assume the title of Doctor (by custom people with doctorates honoris causa do not assume this title).
See also: Academic degrees: B.A., M.Sc.[?], M.A., MBA, M.D., J.D., Doctor of Philosophy
Medicine The term is used to specify levels of burns, ranging from first degree burns[?] to third degree burns[?].
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