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Name the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics.
Name the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics.
number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis
What is the purpose of a proof in mathematics?
What is the purpose of a proof in mathematics?
to establish the truth of a mathematical statement
What are axioms in mathematics?
What are axioms in mathematics?
entities that are stipulated to have certain properties
What does mathematical activity involve?
What does mathematical activity involve?
Is there a general consensus among mathematicians about a common definition for mathematics?
Is there a general consensus among mathematicians about a common definition for mathematics?
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Major subdisciplines of mathematics
Major subdisciplines of mathematics
The primary areas include number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis.
Purpose of a proof
Purpose of a proof
To establish the truth of a mathematical statement.
Axioms in mathematics
Axioms in mathematics
Entities that are stipulated to have certain properties.
Mathematical activity
Mathematical activity
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Consensus on definition of mathematics
Consensus on definition of mathematics
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