The 'A' in mathematics

What is Archimedes known for in the field of mathematics?

• Invention of calculus

• Development of algebra

• Contributions to geometry

• Discovery of prime numbers

When did Archimedes live?

• 800 AD to 900 AD

• 500 BC to 400 BC

• 100 AD to 50 AD

• 287 BC to 212 BC

What is Al Kharizmi's major contribution to mathematics?

• Geometry

• Calculus

• Trigonometry

• Algebra

In which era did Al Kharizmi make his impact?

• Renaissance

• Industrial Revolution

• Stone Age

• Islamic Golden Age

What is one interesting fact about Maria Agnesi as a mathematician?

• She discovered a new mathematical theorem

• She was a famous painter

• She was the first woman to write a mathematics handbook.

• She was born in the 20th century

How did Al Kharizmi's work influence the development of algebra?

• Al Kharizmi's work introduced the concept of algebra and systematic solutions to linear and quadratic equations.

• Al Kharizmi's work led to the decline of algebraic studies

• Al Kharizmi's work focused on geometry instead of algebra

• Al Kharizmi's work had no impact on the development of algebra

What is Maria Agnesi best known for in mathematics?

• Discovering the Pythagorean theorem

• Contributions to calculus and the first comprehensive book on differential and integral calculus

• Inventing the concept of imaginary numbers

• Developing the theory of relativity

What is the historical significance of Al Kharizmi's work in mathematics?

• Al-Khwarizmi's work had no impact on the development of mathematics

• Al-Khwarizmi's work introduced algebra and Arabic numerals, revolutionizing mathematics.

• Al-Khwarizmi's work was only relevant in the field of astronomy

• Al-Khwarizmi's work focused on geometry and trigonometry, not algebra

What mathematical concept did Archimedes develop to calculate the area under a curve?

• Integral Calculus

• Trigonometry

• Pythagorean Theorem

• Derivatives

What recognition did Maria Agnesi receive for her mathematical achievements?

• First woman to be appointed as a mathematics professor at a university

• Published over 100 research papers in mathematics

• Invented a new branch of mathematics

• Received a Nobel Prize in Mathematics