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

  • Calculus, trigonometry, statistics, and probability
  • Arithmetic, calculus, logic, and combinatorics
  • Number theory, algebra, geometry, and analysis (correct)
  • Linear algebra, differential equations, topology, and discrete mathematics

Which areas rely on mathematics for their functioning?

  • Agriculture, culinary arts, fashion design, architecture, and sports
  • Literature, history, art, music, and philosophy
  • Natural sciences, engineering, medicine, finance, computer science, and social sciences (correct)
  • Psychology, sociology, political science, anthropology, and linguistics

What are some areas of mathematics developed in close correlation with their applications?

  • Geometry and analysis
  • Statistics and game theory (correct)
  • Number theory and algebra
  • Topology and discrete mathematics

What does most mathematical activity involve?

<p>Discovery of properties of abstract objects and use of pure reason to prove them (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the fundamental truths of mathematics related to scientific experimentation?

<p>The fundamental truths of mathematics are independent from any scientific experimentation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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