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What is the most common numeral system used for representing non-negative integers?
What is the most common numeral system used for representing non-negative integers?
- Mayan numeral system
- Chinese numeral system
- Hindu–Arabic numeral system (correct)
- Roman numeral system
Which mathematical object is used for counting, measuring, and labeling?
Which mathematical object is used for counting, measuring, and labeling?
- Numerals (correct)
- Variables
- Constants
- Symbols
What concept has been extended over the centuries to include zero, negative numbers, and complex numbers?
What concept has been extended over the centuries to include zero, negative numbers, and complex numbers?
- Natural numbers
- Real numbers (correct)
- Whole numbers
- Rational numbers
Which symbol represents the number five?
Which symbol represents the number five?
What allows for the representation of any non-negative integer using a combination of ten fundamental numeric symbols?
What allows for the representation of any non-negative integer using a combination of ten fundamental numeric symbols?
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Numeral Systems
- The most common numeral system used for representing non-negative integers is the decimal system.
- The decimal system is used for counting, measuring, and labeling.
Number Systems Evolution
- The number system concept has been extended over the centuries to include zero, negative numbers, and complex numbers.
Numeric Symbols
- The symbol "5" represents the number five.
Decimal System Representation
- The decimal system allows for the representation of any non-negative integer using a combination of ten fundamental numeric symbols.
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