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What are the major subdisciplines represented in modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines represented in modern mathematics?
number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis
What do most mathematical activities involve?
What do most mathematical activities involve?
the discovery of properties of abstract objects and the use of pure reason to prove them
In modern mathematics, what do the objects consist of?
In modern mathematics, what do the objects consist of?
abstractions from nature or entities that are stipulated to have certain properties (axioms)
What is a proof in mathematics?
What is a proof in mathematics?
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In what areas is mathematics essential?
In what areas is mathematics essential?
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What is the main focus of mathematics?
What is the main focus of mathematics?
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Which area is NOT mentioned as essential for mathematics?
Which area is NOT mentioned as essential for mathematics?
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What is the typical nature of mathematical truths?
What is the typical nature of mathematical truths?
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Which area of mathematics is developed in close correlation with its applications?
Which area of mathematics is developed in close correlation with its applications?
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What are the major subdisciplines represented in modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines represented in modern mathematics?
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