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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Calculus, trigonometry, algebra, and statistics
- Logic, differential equations, combinatorics, and set theory
- Arithmetic, calculus, topology, and probability
What is the primary method used in mathematical activity, as per the text?
What is the primary method used in mathematical activity, as per the text?
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Experimentation and observation of natural phenomena
- Collection and analysis of empirical data
- Intuition and trial-and-error
What do proofs in mathematics consist of, according to the text?
What do proofs in mathematics consist of, according to the text?
- A series of experimental trials leading to a probable conclusion
- A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
- A combination of empirical evidence and logical reasoning
- A set of assumptions based on common beliefs
What are the abstract objects in modern mathematics stipulated to have?
What are the abstract objects in modern mathematics stipulated to have?
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What is the area of knowledge that mathematics includes, as mentioned in the text?
What is the area of knowledge that mathematics includes, as mentioned in the text?
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