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Which major subdiscipline of mathematics deals with the study of numbers and their properties?
Which major subdiscipline of mathematics deals with the study of numbers and their properties?
- Number theory (correct)
- Geometry
- Algebra
- Analysis
In modern mathematics, what are entities stipulated to have certain properties called?
In modern mathematics, what are entities stipulated to have certain properties called?
- Corollaries
- Axioms (correct)
- Hypotheses
- Theorems
What type of reasoning is primarily used in mathematical proofs?
What type of reasoning is primarily used in mathematical proofs?
- Inductive reason
- Analogical reason
- Abductive reason
- Deductive reason (correct)
Which area of mathematics is closely correlated with its applications in fields such as economics, biology, and social sciences?
Which area of mathematics is closely correlated with its applications in fields such as economics, biology, and social sciences?
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What is the primary focus of mathematics in relation to natural sciences, engineering, and finance?
What is the primary focus of mathematics in relation to natural sciences, engineering, and finance?
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