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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and logic
- Geometry, probability, number theory, and differential equations
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
What does mathematical activity primarily involve?
What does mathematical activity primarily involve?
- Application of statistical methods and data analysis
- Exploration of natural phenomena and their mathematical representations
- Experimentation with physical objects and empirical observation
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason (correct)
What are the essential applications of mathematics?
What are the essential applications of mathematics?
- Physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, and geology
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
- Fine arts, literature, history, philosophy, and linguistics
- Agriculture, architecture, culinary arts, music, and psychology
What do proofs in mathematics consist of?
What do proofs in mathematics consist of?
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?
Which areas of mathematics are often grouped under applied mathematics?