Discover the World of Set Theory

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Which aspect of set theory is of philosophical importance?

  • The mathematical science of the infinite (correct)
  • The formal language of pure set theory
  • The existence of a set-theoretic universe
  • The foundation of mathematics

How are sets introduced in set theory?

  • Formally
  • Mathematically
  • Informally (correct)
  • Logically

What do the axioms of set theory imply?

  • The existence of mathematical objects
  • The existence of mathematical notions and arguments
  • The existence of formal language
  • The existence of a rich set-theoretic universe (correct)

What can be formalized using the formal language of pure set theory?

<p>All mathematical notions and arguments (D)</p>
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Why has set theory become the standard foundation for mathematics?

<p>Because every mathematical object can be viewed as a set (B)</p>
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