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What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics?
- Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
- Arithmetic, calculus, topology, and logic
- Probability, differential equations, number theory, and geometry
- Calculus, trigonometry, algebra, and statistics
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
What is the primary method of mathematical proof?
- Trial and error
- Succession of applications of deductive rules to established results (correct)
- Intuition and guesswork
- Empirical testing and observation
In what areas is mathematics essential?
In what areas is mathematics essential?
- Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
- Art, literature, history, philosophy, and linguistics
- Astronomy, geology, oceanography, botany, and ecology
- Psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, and economics
What do most mathematical activities involve?
What do most mathematical activities involve?
How are some areas of mathematics like statistics developed?
How are some areas of mathematics like statistics developed?
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