What is Mathematics?
Q: What is Mathematics?
A: Mathematics is the study of numbers, shapes and patterns. The word comes from the Greek μάθημα (máthema), meaning "science, knowledge, or learning".
Q: What are the main areas of mathematics?
A: The main areas of mathematics include numbers, structure (algebra), place (geometry) and change (analysis).
Q: How is mathematics used in the real world?
A: Applied math is useful for solving problems in the real world. People working in business, science, engineering, and construction use mathematics.
Q: Is there a shortened version of 'mathematics'?
A: Yes - it can be shortened to 'maths' in British Commonwealth countries or 'math' in North America.
Q: What does the word 'mathematics' mean?
A: The word 'mathematics' comes from the Greek μάθημα (máthema), meaning "science, knowledge, or learning".
Q: What type of problem-solving does applied math involve?
A: Applied math involves solving problems in the real world that people working in business, science, engineering and construction face.
