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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)
- Calculus, trigonometry, algebra, and statistics
- Geometry, statistics, number theory, and calculus
- Arithmetic, calculus, topology, and algebra
What is the main activity in mathematics?
What is the main activity in mathematics?
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects using pure reason (correct)
- Developing practical applications for mathematical concepts
- Conducting scientific experiments to prove theories
- Studying the behavior of natural phenomena using mathematical models
What are proofs in mathematics based on?
What are proofs in mathematics based on?
- Trial and error methods
- Succession of applications of deductive rules to established results (correct)
- Intuitive insights and guesswork
- Empirical evidence and experimental data
In which fields is mathematics essential?
In which fields is mathematics essential?
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What is the relationship between the fundamental truths of mathematics and scientific experimentation?
What is the relationship between the fundamental truths of mathematics and scientific experimentation?
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How are sets commonly denoted in mathematical texts?
How are sets commonly denoted in mathematical texts?
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What is the set with no elements called?
What is the set with no elements called?
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How is a set defined using roster notation?
How is a set defined using roster notation?
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What is the property called when two sets have precisely the same elements?
What is the property called when two sets have precisely the same elements?
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What is Zermelo–Fraenkel set theory commonly used for?
What is Zermelo–Fraenkel set theory commonly used for?
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