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What is the most common numeral system used for representing non-negative integers?

Babylonian numeral system

Hindu–Arabic numeral system (correct)

Roman numeral system

Greek numeral system

Which type of numbers has been extended to include zero and negative numbers over the centuries?

Natural numbers (correct)

Rational numbers

Complex numbers

Real numbers

What is a numeral?

A complex number

A mathematical equation

A non-negative integer

A symbol representing a number (correct)

What are basic numerals commonly organized in?

Numeral system Signup and view all the answers

Which type of numbers extend the real numbers with a square root of -1?

$i$ Signup and view all the answers

Which numeral system is most commonly used for representing non-negative integers?

The Hindu–Arabic numeral system Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of extended types of numbers in mathematics?

Zero (0), negative numbers, rational numbers (e.g. $\frac{1}{2}$), real numbers (e.g. $\sqrt{2}$ and $\pi$), and complex numbers Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of organizing basic numerals in a numeral system?

To provide an organized way to represent any number Signup and view all the answers

How are individual numbers represented in language?

Individual numbers can be represented by symbols, called numerals, and by number words Signup and view all the answers

In what ways are numerals commonly used?

Numerals are often used for counting, measuring, labeling (e.g. telephone numbers), ordering (e.g. serial numbers), and coding (e.g. ISBNs) Signup and view all the answers