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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
- Algebra, calculus, geometry, and statistics
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Calculus, statistics, trigonometry, and logic
- Arithmetic, calculus, topology, and probability
What is the primary activity in mathematics according to the text?
What is the primary activity in mathematics according to the text?
- Memorization of formulas and theorems
- Experimentation with physical objects to derive mathematical principles
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and the use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Application of mathematical concepts to real-world problems
What do mathematical proofs consist of?
What do mathematical proofs consist of?
- A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
- A set of assumptions without logical reasoning
- A series of experimental observations
- A collection of random mathematical statements
What are the entities in modern mathematics stipulated to have certain properties called?
What are the entities in modern mathematics stipulated to have certain properties called?
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What is the nature of most mathematical objects mentioned in the text?
What is the nature of most mathematical objects mentioned in the text?
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