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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Geometry, statistics, number theory, and logic
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and logic
How is most mathematical activity described in the text?
How is most mathematical activity described in the text?
- Involving the discovery of properties of abstract objects and using pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Relying on experimental data and observations
- Mainly focused on practical applications in engineering and technology
- Centered around the study of physical phenomena
What do mathematical objects consist of in modern mathematics?
What do mathematical objects consist of in modern mathematics?
- Entities defined based on practical applications
- Abstractions from nature or entities stipulated to have certain properties (correct)
- Physical objects and experimental data
- Entities derived solely from experimental observations
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
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What is the general consensus among mathematicians about a common definition for their academic discipline?
What is the general consensus among mathematicians about a common definition for their academic discipline?
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