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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Logic, probability, calculus, and topology
- Differential equations, linear algebra, combinatorics, and topology
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Calculus, trigonometry, algebra, and statistics
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
- Intuition and creative thinking
- Trial and error
- Empirical testing and observation
- Succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
Which areas extensively use mathematics for modeling phenomena?
Which areas extensively use mathematics for modeling phenomena?
- Drama, music, dance, visual arts, and film studies
- Literature, history, art, philosophy, and linguistics
- Anthropology, archaeology, sociology, psychology, and political science
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
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