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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Geometry, arithmetic, differential equations, and logic
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and arithmetic
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and probability
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
- Succession of applications of deductive rules (correct)
- Intuition and guesswork
- Trial and error
- Empirical testing and observation
What do most mathematical activities involve?
What do most mathematical activities involve?
- Measurement and quantification of physical objects
- Experimentation with natural phenomena
- Observation and recording of data
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects (correct)
What are the topics included in the area of mathematics?
What are the topics included in the area of mathematics?
What are mathematical objects stipulated to have in modern mathematics?
What are mathematical objects stipulated to have in modern mathematics?