Mathematics: Structure and Topics
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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?

  • Set theory, logic, combinatorics, and graph theory
  • Arithmetic, calculus, topology, and differential equations
  • Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and probability
  • Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
  • What is the primary method used in mathematical activity?

  • Collection of empirical data and statistical analysis
  • Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (correct)
  • Formulation of hypotheses and testing through experimentation
  • Experimentation and observation of natural phenomena
  • What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?

  • Any scientific experimentation (correct)
  • Natural sciences
  • Engineering and technology
  • Applied mathematics
  • Which areas are mentioned as extensively using mathematics for modeling phenomena?

    <p>Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do some areas of mathematics such as statistics and game theory have close correlation with?

    <p>Their applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

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