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Which of the following civilizations is known for using clay cuneiform tables for mathematical operations?

• The Egyptians

• The Greeks

• The Babylonians

• The Romans

The Egyptian numerical system is based on which number base?

• Base 2

• Base 5

• Base 10

• Base 60

Which mathematical tool used by early civilizations had similarities to an abacus and assisted with counting and calculations?

• The Rhind Papyrus

• The Counting Board

• The Pythagorean Theorem

• The Islamic Algebra

The Pythagorean Theorem, attributed to Pythagoras, was likely known to which earlier civilization?

• The Egyptians

• The Greeks

• The Babylonians

• The Romans

Thales' theorem states that if three points are on a circle and one line is the diameter, what is the angle at the third point?

• Acute

• Obtuse

• Right

• Reflex

Roman numerals are most commonly used today in which of the following?

• Modern mathematical equations

• Scientific research papers

• Clocks and sports events

• Digital computing systems

The Islamic contributions to mathematics included significant advancements in which area?

• Trigonometry

• Calculus

• Algebra

• Number theory

Which civilization's influence can be seen in the use of the abacus for calculation?

• The Egyptians

• The Greeks

• The Romans

• The Babylonians

The Rhind Papyrus is associated with which ancient civilization?

• The Greeks

• The Egyptians

• The Babylonians

• The Romans

Which civilization's mathematical achievements included solving practical problems related to time, land area, and taxes?

• The Romans

• The Greeks

• The Babylonians

• The Egyptians