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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Calculus, statistics, trigonometry, and probability
- Set theory, combinatorics, abstract algebra, and logic
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Linear algebra, differential equations, topology, and discrete mathematics
What type of reasoning is primarily used in mathematical proofs?
What type of reasoning is primarily used in mathematical proofs?
- Inductive reasoning
- Pure reason (correct)
- Deductive reasoning
- Abductive reasoning
Which areas extensively use mathematics for modeling phenomena?
Which areas extensively use mathematics for modeling phenomena?
- Economics, sociology, political science
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine (correct)
- Physics, chemistry, biology
- Computer science, game theory, statistics
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
What are the fundamental truths of mathematics independent from?
Which area of mathematics is often developed in close correlation with its applications?
Which area of mathematics is often developed in close correlation with its applications?
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