Question

What is the definition of Mathematics?

a.adding and subtracting numbers
b.the science of patterns and relationships
c.the science of numbers
d.a really hard subject

Answers

Ms. Sue
Hmm --

Mathematics involves multiplication and division, too. So a) isn't right.

Check this dictionary definition to find the right answer.

http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/mathematics



David
c.the science of numbers .???????
Ms. Sue
Is that what the definition says?

David
ops!

b.the science of patterns and relationships
Ms. Sue
Right. Frankly, my guess was the science of numbers, but the dictionary set me straight. <g>

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