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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and arithmetic
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Linear algebra, probability, calculus, and set theory
- Differential equations, topology, combinatorics, and logic
What does most mathematical activity involve?
What does most mathematical activity involve?
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason (correct)
- Application of statistical methods to analyze data
- Exploration of physical laws and their applications
- Experimental testing and observation of natural phenomena
What do mathematical proofs consist of?
What do mathematical proofs consist of?
- Succession of applications of deductive rules to established results (correct)
- Intuitive leaps and creative insights
- Collection of experimental data and observations
- Application of inductive reasoning to formulate conclusions
What do modern mathematical objects consist of?
What do modern mathematical objects consist of?
What is the nature of the general consensus among mathematicians regarding a common definition for their academic discipline?
What is the nature of the general consensus among mathematicians regarding a common definition for their academic discipline?
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