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Which branch of science studies formal systems, governed by axioms and rules?
Which branch of science studies formal systems, governed by axioms and rules?
- Formal sciences (correct)
- Applied sciences
- Social sciences
- Natural sciences
Which ancient civilizations made contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and medicine that shaped the Greek natural philosophy of classical antiquity?
Which ancient civilizations made contributions to mathematics, astronomy, and medicine that shaped the Greek natural philosophy of classical antiquity?
- Mesopotamian and Indian civilizations
- Roman and Persian civilizations
- Greek and Egyptian civilizations
- Egyptian and Mesopotamian civilizations (correct)
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine?
Which discipline uses scientific knowledge for practical purposes, such as in engineering and medicine?
- Applied sciences (correct)
- Formal sciences
- Natural sciences
- Social sciences
Which sciences are typically divided into three major branches: natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences?
Which sciences are typically divided into three major branches: natural sciences, social sciences, and formal sciences?
Which sciences study individuals and societies?
Which sciences study individuals and societies?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics as represented in the text?
What are the major subdisciplines of modern mathematics as represented in the text?
What is the primary activity in mathematics as described in the text?
What is the primary activity in mathematics as described in the text?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of according to the text?
What does a proof in mathematics consist of according to the text?
Which areas of study are mentioned as being closely correlated with their applications in mathematics?
Which areas of study are mentioned as being closely correlated with their applications in mathematics?
What is the relationship between the fundamental truths of mathematics and scientific experimentation according to the text?
What is the relationship between the fundamental truths of mathematics and scientific experimentation according to the text?