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What do most mathematical proofs consist of?
What do most mathematical proofs consist of?
- Empirical evidence and experimental data
- Logical fallacies and contradictions
- Pure speculation and conjecture
- A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and probability
- Geometry, logic, differential equations, and combinatorics
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
In what areas is mathematics essential?
In what areas is mathematics essential?
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
- Agriculture, culinary arts, fashion design, architecture, and music
- Literature, history, art, philosophy, and linguistics
- Physical education, sports management, dance, theater, and film studies
What are mathematical objects in modern mathematics?
What are mathematical objects in modern mathematics?
What distinguishes the fundamental truths of mathematics from scientific experimentation?
What distinguishes the fundamental truths of mathematics from scientific experimentation?