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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics mentioned in the text?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Logic, topology, algebra, and differential equations
- Arithmetic, calculus, geometry, and probability
- Calculus, trigonometry, algebra, and statistics
What do most mathematical activities involve?
What do most mathematical activities involve?
- Memorization of mathematical formulas and theorems
- Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
- Experimental testing of mathematical concepts
- Application of statistical methods to solve problems
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
- Any scientific experimentation (correct)
- Computer science
- Theoretical physics
- Applied mathematics
In which areas is mathematics essential according to the text?
In which areas is mathematics essential according to the text?
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What do some areas of mathematics, such as statistics and game theory, develop in close correlation with?
What do some areas of mathematics, such as statistics and game theory, develop in close correlation with?
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