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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Algebra, calculus, topology, and probability
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Arithmetic, calculus, trigonometry, and statistics
- Geometry, statistics, number theory, and logic
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of?
- A succession of applications of deductive rules to already established results (correct)
- An iterative process of trial and error
- A combination of inductive reasoning and empirical evidence
- A series of experimental tests to validate theorems
In what way is mathematics essential in various fields?
In what way is mathematics essential in various fields?
- It is mainly used in natural sciences and computer science
- It is essential only in the field of engineering
- It is essential in the natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science and the social sciences (correct)
- It has limited applications in finance and medicine
What does most mathematical activity involve?
What does most mathematical activity involve?
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How are some areas of mathematics like statistics and game theory developed?
How are some areas of mathematics like statistics and game theory developed?
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