Which statement best expresses a central idea of the text? (1 point) Responses Mathematics is a language that people misunderstand. Mathematics is a language that people misunderstand. Mathematics has all of the essential qualities of a language. Mathematics has all of the essential qualities of a language. Mathematics is considered a language only when used by scientists. Mathematics is considered a language only when used by scientists. Mathematics has centuries of evidence showing its development as a language.

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The statement that best expresses a central idea of the text is: "Mathematics has all of the essential qualities of a language." This suggests a focus on the characteristics that define mathematics as a language, rather than solely emphasizing misunderstandings or its usage by specific groups.