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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?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
- Set theory, combinatorics, linear algebra, and calculus
- Logic, probability, topology, and differential equations
What is the primary method used in mathematics to prove properties of abstract objects?
What is the primary method used in mathematics to prove properties of abstract objects?
- Pure reason and deductive rules (correct)
- Statistical analysis and experimentation
- Empirical evidence and observations
- Trial and error with iterative testing
What are the essential fields where mathematics is extensively used according to the text?
What are the essential fields where mathematics is extensively used according to the text?
- Technology, economics, geography, anthropology, and linguistics
- Astronomy, geology, physics, chemistry, and biology
- Physics, chemistry, biology, ecology, and psychology
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
What do mathematicians use to prove properties of abstract objects?
What do mathematicians use to prove properties of abstract objects?
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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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