Question

identifying a mathematician’s influences on mathematics
which mathematical concepts were the result of the work of rené descartes? check all that apply.
□ theory of an earth - centered universe
□ formula for the slope of a line
□ pythagorean theorem for a right triangle
□ problem solving by solving simpler parts first
□ cartesian plane for graphing
□ trusting previous teachers for knowledge

Explanation:

René Descartes is most famously known for developing the Cartesian coordinate system (Cartesian plane) which revolutionized graphing by linking algebra and geometry. Additionally, he promoted a problem-solving method of breaking complex problems into simpler parts first as part of his rationalist approach to mathematics and philosophy. The other concepts are not associated with his work: the Earth-centered universe theory predates him, the slope formula is not his key contribution, the Pythagorean theorem is much older, and he emphasized doubt rather than trusting previous teachers' knowledge.

Answer:

• problem solving by solving simpler parts first
• Cartesian plane for graphing