Mathematics Mastery
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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?

  • Calculus, statistics, arithmetic, and trigonometry
  • Algebra, calculus, topology, and probability
  • Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
  • Geometry, algebra, calculus, and statistics
  • What does most mathematical activity involve?

  • Application of statistical methods to solve problems
  • Experimental testing of mathematical concepts
  • Memorization of formulas and algorithms
  • Discovery of properties of abstract objects and the use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
  • What are the objects that consist of abstractions from nature or entities stipulated to have certain properties in modern mathematics?

  • Objects derived from social constructs
  • Objects with unpredictable properties
  • Abstract objects with certain properties, called axioms (correct)
  • Physical objects with measurable properties
  • What does a proof in mathematics consist of?

    <p>A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the results in mathematics include?

    <p>Previously proved theorems, axioms, and basic properties</p> Signup and view all the answers

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