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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Number theory, calculus, algebra, statistics
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, analysis (correct)
- Geometry, calculus, statistics, algebra
- Calculus, algebra, trigonometry, statistics
What does most mathematical activity involve?
What does most mathematical activity involve?
- Applying mathematical concepts to real-world scenarios
- Solving complex word problems
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Memorizing formulas and equations
What are axioms in mathematics?
What are axioms in mathematics?
- Entities that are stipulated to have certain properties (correct)
- Theorems that have been proven
- Concepts that are yet to be proven
- Formulas used in calculations
What does a proof consist of in mathematics?
What does a proof consist of in mathematics?
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What is the common consensus among mathematicians about the definition of their academic discipline?
What is the common consensus among mathematicians about the definition of their academic discipline?
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