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Explain the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text.
The major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text are number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis.
What does most mathematical activity involve, according to the text?
Most mathematical activity involves the discovery of properties of abstract objects and the use of pure reason to prove them.
What are the two types of objects mentioned in modern mathematics?
The two types of objects mentioned in modern mathematics are abstractions from nature and entities that are stipulated to have certain properties, called axioms.
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
A proof consists of a succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results, including previously proved theorems, axioms, and some basic properties.
What is the lack of consensus among mathematicians about?
There is no general consensus among mathematicians about a common definition for their academic discipline.
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