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What is a set in mathematics?

  • A collection of numbers and operations
  • A collection of only intangible objects
  • A collection of tangible or intangible objects (correct)
  • A collection of only tangible objects

    • Why do mathematicians carefully define sets?

  • To limit the use of sets in defining numbers and operations
  • To make sets less flexible
  • To make sets more complicated
  • To avoid weird problems like a set including itself (correct)

    • How are sets used in defining numbers and operations?

  • Sets are only used for tangible objects
  • Sets are used to define numbers and operations (correct)
  • Sets are not used in defining numbers and operations
  • Sets are used for defining shapes and sizes

    • Can a set include another set?

    <p>Yes, a set can include another set</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are sets considered a simple and flexible way of organizing the world?

    <p>Because sets can include tangible and intangible objects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sum of the interior angles of a simple (and planar) quadrilateral ABCD?

    <p>$360^{ ext{o}}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Greek term for 'four' and 'corner' or 'angle' in relation to quadrilaterals?

    <p>Tetra and gon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for a quadrilateral that is not self-intersecting?

    <p>Simple quadrilateral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the sum of the interior angles of a convex quadrilateral?

    <p>$360^{ ext{o}}$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Latin word 'quadri' mean in the context of quadrilaterals?

    <p>Variant of four</p> Signup and view all the answers

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