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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Probability, differential equations, number theory, and geometry
- Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and arithmetic
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and logic
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
- Deductive reasoning (correct)
- Abductive reasoning
- Inductive reasoning
- Analogical reasoning
What are the objects of mathematical proofs primarily composed of?
What are the objects of mathematical proofs primarily composed of?
- Entities with changing properties
- Real-world tangible objects
- Entities with random properties
- Abstractions from nature or entities stipulated to have certain properties (correct)
What is the nature of most mathematical activity?
What is the nature of most mathematical activity?
What is the academic discipline that includes numbers, formulas, shapes, and quantities?
What is the academic discipline that includes numbers, formulas, shapes, and quantities?
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