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Mathematics Research and Institutions

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Test your general knowledge regarding the historical and administrative aspects of mathematics. This includes questions on professional mathematical societies, academic journals, and global research conferences. These topics occasionally appear in general awareness and current affairs sections.

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Mathematics Research and Institutions Questions

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1894 and is the second largest mathematical society in the world?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society
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Explanation

The Mathematical Association of America was founded in 1894 and is the second largest mathematical society in the world.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1865 and is the oldest mathematical society in the United Kingdom?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society
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The London Mathematical Society was founded in 1865 and is the oldest mathematical society in the United Kingdom.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1872 and is the oldest mathematical society in France?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Société Mathématique de France
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The Société Mathématique de France was founded in 1872 and is the oldest mathematical society in France.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1890 and is the oldest mathematical society in Germany?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Deutsche Mathematiker-Vereinigung
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Explanation

The Deutsche Mathematiker-Vereinigung was founded in 1890 and is the oldest mathematical society in Germany.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1884 and is the oldest mathematical society in Italy?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Unione Matematica Italiana
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The Unione Matematica Italiana was founded in 1884 and is the oldest mathematical society in Italy.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1877 and is the oldest mathematical society in Japan?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Mathematical Society of Japan
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The Mathematical Society of Japan was founded in 1877 and is the oldest mathematical society in Japan.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1867 and is the oldest mathematical society in Canada?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Canadian Mathematical Society
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The Canadian Mathematical Society was founded in 1867 and is the oldest mathematical society in Canada.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1887 and is the oldest mathematical society in Australia?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Australian Mathematical Society
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The Australian Mathematical Society was founded in 1887 and is the oldest mathematical society in Australia.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1920 and is the oldest mathematical society in India?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Indian Mathematical Society
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The Indian Mathematical Society was founded in 1920 and is the oldest mathematical society in India.

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1935 and is the oldest mathematical society in China?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Chinese Mathematical Society
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The Chinese Mathematical Society was founded in 1935 and is the oldest mathematical society in China.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1947 and is the oldest mathematical society in Pakistan?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Pakistan Mathematical Society
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The Pakistan Mathematical Society was founded in 1947 and is the oldest mathematical society in Pakistan.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1950 and is the oldest mathematical society in Brazil?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Sociedade Brasileira de Matemática
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The Sociedade Brasileira de Matemática was founded in 1950 and is the oldest mathematical society in Brazil.

Multiple choice

Which mathematical society was founded in 1960 and is the oldest mathematical society in Mexico?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. Sociedad Matemática Mexicana
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The Sociedad Matemática Mexicana was founded in 1960 and is the oldest mathematical society in Mexico.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the movement in the 19th century that emphasized the importance of rigor and proof in mathematics?

  1. The Formalist Movement

  2. The Intuitionist Movement

  3. The Constructivist Movement

  4. The Logicist Movement
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Explanation

The Formalist Movement was a movement in the 19th century that emphasized the importance of rigor and proof in mathematics. This movement was led by mathematicians such as David Hilbert and Gottlob Frege.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is a notable achievement of CMMACS?

  1. Development of a software package for mathematical modelling

  2. Organization of international conferences on mathematical modelling and computer simulation

  3. Training of researchers in mathematical modelling and computer simulation

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

CMMACS has achieved several notable milestones, including the development of a software package for mathematical modelling, organization of international conferences, and training of researchers.