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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Differential equations, combinatorics, probability, and geometry
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and logic
What is the main activity in mathematics according to the text?
What is the main activity in mathematics according to the text?
- Experimental testing of mathematical concepts
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Exploration of numerical patterns and sequences
- Application of mathematical formulas in real-world scenarios
In what areas is mathematics essential?
In what areas is mathematics essential?
- Politics, economics, sociology, anthropology, and psychology
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
- Astronomy, geology, chemistry, physics, and biology
- Literature, history, art, music, and philosophy
How are some areas of mathematics, such as statistics and game theory, developed?
How are some areas of mathematics, such as statistics and game theory, developed?
What do mathematical proofs consist of?
What do mathematical proofs consist of?
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