Mathematics Fundamentals Quiz
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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?

  • Number theory, arithmetic, calculus, and geometry
  • Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
  • Algebra, calculus, topology, and probability
  • Arithmetic, calculus, statistics, and trigonometry

    • What is the primary method used in mathematical activity?

  • Trial and error
  • Intuition and guesswork
  • Empirical observation and experimental testing
  • Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)

    • What do mathematical proofs consist of?

  • A collection of random mathematical statements
  • A series of experimental trials
  • A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
  • A set of unverified assumptions

    • What are the entities in modern mathematics stipulated to have?

    <p>Certain properties called axioms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do mathematical objects consist of?

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

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