Mathematics: Concepts and Subdisciplines
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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?

  • Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and topology
  • Arithmetic, calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations
  • Probability, set theory, logic, and combinatorics
  • Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
  • What do most mathematical proofs consist of?

  • An exploration of hypothetical scenarios
  • A series of experiments to validate hypotheses
  • A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
  • A compilation of historical mathematical facts
  • In what areas is mathematics essential?

  • Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
  • Politics, economics, geography, environmental science, and education
  • Agriculture, architecture, music, anthropology, and psychology
  • Literature, art, history, philosophy, and linguistics
  • What are mathematical objects consist of in modern mathematics?

    <p>Abstractions from nature or entities stipulated to have certain properties called axioms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?

    <p>Statistics and game theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

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