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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and topology
- Arithmetic, calculus, algebra, and probability
- Geometry, arithmetic, statistics, and topology
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
What is the primary method used in mathematical activity?
What is the primary method used in mathematical activity?
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and the use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Intuition and guesswork
- Experimentation and observation
- Trial and error
What are the essential applications of mathematics?
What are the essential applications of mathematics?
- Psychology, sociology, anthropology, linguistics, and political science
- Literature, history, art, music, and philosophy
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
- Agriculture, architecture, fashion, culinary arts, and sports
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
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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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