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Symbolic Meanings of Numbers in Ancient Civilizations

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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?

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?

Divisive identity

Multiplicative identity

Additive identity (correct)

Infinite identity

What was the earliest system of counting mentioned in the text?

Tallying Signup and view all the answers

What mathematical concept represents endlessness?

Infinity Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between numbers and adjectives, based on the text?

Numbers are just adjectives describing quantity Signup and view all the answers

How did ancient peoples use numbers symbolically?

By representing them visually in hieroglyphs Signup and view all the answers

What was a limitation of the visual approach to numbers in ancient times?

It didn't allow for algebraic manipulation Signup and view all the answers

Which civilization inherited our modern system of numerals?

Arabic civilizations Signup and view all the answers

How is the skill of counting linked to the development of societies, as mentioned in the text?

It is linked to trade, technology, and documentation in societies Signup and view all the answers