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What is the property called when multiplying any given number by one produces the original number?
What is the property called when multiplying any given number by one produces the original number?
- Infinite property
- Additive identity
- Multiplicative identity (correct)
- Tallying property
Why were early mathematicians reluctant to embrace the concept of zero?
Why were early mathematicians reluctant to embrace the concept of zero?
- Because zero is a complex number to work with.
- Because zero is not considered a whole number.
- Because zero symbolizes the absence of any value.
- Because zero does not always behave like other numbers. (correct)
What is the role of zero in addition, similar to the role of one in multiplication?
What is the role of zero in addition, similar to the role of one in multiplication?
- Divisive identity
- Multiplicative identity
- Additive identity (correct)
- Infinite identity
What was the earliest system of counting mentioned in the text?
What was the earliest system of counting mentioned in the text?
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What mathematical concept represents endlessness?
What mathematical concept represents endlessness?
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What is the relationship between numbers and adjectives, based on the text?
What is the relationship between numbers and adjectives, based on the text?
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How did ancient peoples use numbers symbolically?
How did ancient peoples use numbers symbolically?
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What was a limitation of the visual approach to numbers in ancient times?
What was a limitation of the visual approach to numbers in ancient times?
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Which civilization inherited our modern system of numerals?
Which civilization inherited our modern system of numerals?
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How is the skill of counting linked to the development of societies, as mentioned in the text?
How is the skill of counting linked to the development of societies, as mentioned in the text?
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