In a manner relating to or using basic arithmetic; by means of addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.
From 'arithmetical' + '-ly' (in the manner of). This adverb form allows the word to modify verbs and describe how something is done mathematically.
When you're told to solve something 'arithmetically,' it's basically saying 'use simple math, not fancy stuff!'
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