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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Algebra, statistics, geometry, and number theory
- Arithmetic, calculus, topology, and algebra
- Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and probability
What does most mathematical activity involve?
What does most mathematical activity involve?
- Exploration of real-world phenomena using mathematical models
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Application of mathematical rules in practical scenarios
- Memorization of mathematical formulas and theorems
What do mathematical objects consist of in modern mathematics?
What do mathematical objects consist of in modern mathematics?
- Abstractions from nature or entities stipulated to have certain properties (correct)
- Purely theoretical concepts with no real-world application
- Physical objects and natural phenomena
- Randomly chosen elements with undefined properties
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
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What are the starting points of a mathematical theory?
What are the starting points of a mathematical theory?
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