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Aryabhata: Mathematician and Astronomer

Learn about the verified contributions of Aryabhata, the 5th-century Indian mathematician and astronomer who made significant advances in trigonometry, calculated the value of pi, and proposed revolutionary astronomical theories.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of Aryabhata's most famous work?

  1. Aryabhatiya
  2. Ganita Sara Sangraha
  3. Lilavati
  4. Bijaganita
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the value of pi according to Aryabhata?

  1. 3.14159
  2. 3.1416
  3. 3.1417
  4. 3.1418
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a topic covered in the Aryabhatiya?

  1. Trigonometry
  2. Algebra
  3. Astronomy
  4. Geometry
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a trigonometric function that was developed by Aryabhata?

  1. Sine
  2. Cosine
  3. Tangent
  4. Cosecant
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a method that was developed by Aryabhata for solving quadratic equations?

  1. Completing the square
  2. Factoring
  3. Using the quadratic formula
  4. Using a geometric construction
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

What is the name of the book that contains Aryabhata's astronomical calculations?

  1. Aryabhatiya
  2. Ganita Sara Sangraha
  3. Lilavati
  4. Bijaganita
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which of the following is not a unit of time that was used by Aryabhata?

  1. Day
  2. Month
  3. Year
  4. Hour
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