5 Questions
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis
What does most mathematical activity involve?
Discovery of properties of abstract objects using pure reason
What do proofs in mathematics consist of?
A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results
In which areas is mathematics essential according to the text?
Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences
Which areas are often grouped under applied mathematics?
Statistics and game theory
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