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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)
- Combinatorics, linear algebra, calculus, and set theory
- Logic, probability, topology, and differential equations
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
In which areas is mathematics extensively used?
In which areas is mathematics extensively used?
- Physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and geology
- Literature, history, art, philosophy, and linguistics
- Agriculture, architecture, anthropology, music, and psychology
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
What is the primary method used in mathematical proofs?
What is the primary method used in mathematical proofs?
- Analogical reasoning
- Deductive reasoning (correct)
- Inductive reasoning
- Abductive reasoning
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?