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Which are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
Which are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Logic, differential equations, combinatorics, and abstract algebra
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and probability
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
- A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
- A demonstration of mathematical concepts using visual aids
- A series of experimental trials to validate a hypothesis
- A comparison of mathematical properties with empirical data
In what areas is mathematics essential according to the text?
In what areas is mathematics essential according to the text?
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science and social sciences (correct)
- Physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and geology
- Literature, art, history, philosophy, and linguistics
- Psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, and economics
What are the two types of objects mentioned in modern mathematics?
What are the two types of objects mentioned in modern mathematics?
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Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
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