Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The earliest uses of mathematics were in trading, land measurement, painting and weaving patterns and the recording of time and nothing much more advanced until around 3000BC onwards when the ___________ and ___________ began using arithmetic, algebra and geometry for taxation and other financial calculations, building and construction and astronomy

  1. Babylonians,Egyptians

  2. Greeks,Romans

  3. Mongolians ,Central Asians

  4. Mexicans,North Americans
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Explanation

Around 3000 BC, both Babylonians and Egyptians began using advanced mathematics including arithmetic, algebra and geometry for practical purposes like taxation, construction and astronomy. This marked a significant advancement beyond basic counting and measurement.

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