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The Work of Narasimha

Description: This quiz covers the work of Narasimha, a renowned Indian mathematician who lived in the 13th century. He made significant contributions to mathematics, particularly in the field of number theory.
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In which century did Narasimha live?

  1. 12th

  2. 13th

  3. 14th

  4. 15th

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimha lived in the 13th century.

What was Narasimha's most notable work?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Ganita Sara Sangraha

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Narasimha's most notable work was the Ganita Sara Sangraha, a treatise on number theory.

What is the main topic of the Ganita Sara Sangraha?

  1. Arithmetic

  2. Algebra

  3. Geometry

  4. Trigonometry

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ganita Sara Sangraha primarily focuses on arithmetic.

Which mathematical concept did Narasimha introduce in the Ganita Sara Sangraha?

  1. Zero

  2. Negative Numbers

  3. Irrational Numbers

  4. Decimals

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimha introduced the concept of negative numbers in the Ganita Sara Sangraha.

What is the significance of Narasimha's work on negative numbers?

  1. It allowed for the representation of debts and losses.

  2. It enabled the development of new mathematical operations.

  3. It paved the way for the study of complex numbers.

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Narasimha's work on negative numbers had multiple significances, including the representation of debts and losses, the development of new mathematical operations, and the study of complex numbers.

In addition to negative numbers, what other mathematical concepts did Narasimha discuss in the Ganita Sara Sangraha?

  1. Pythagorean Theorem

  2. Pascal's Triangle

  3. Fibonacci Sequence

  4. Continued Fractions

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Narasimha discussed continued fractions in the Ganita Sara Sangraha.

What is a continued fraction?

  1. A fraction where the denominator is a polynomial.

  2. A fraction where the numerator is a polynomial.

  3. A fraction where both the numerator and denominator are polynomials.

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A continued fraction is a fraction where both the numerator and denominator are polynomials.

How did Narasimha use continued fractions in his work?

  1. To solve algebraic equations.

  2. To approximate irrational numbers.

  3. To find the square roots of numbers.

  4. To calculate the area of a circle.

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Narasimha used continued fractions to approximate irrational numbers.

What is the significance of Narasimha's work on continued fractions?

  1. It laid the foundation for the development of calculus.

  2. It provided a method for solving complex mathematical problems.

  3. It contributed to the understanding of the concept of infinity.

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Narasimha's work on continued fractions had multiple significances, including laying the foundation for calculus, providing a method for solving complex mathematical problems, and contributing to the understanding of infinity.

Besides the Ganita Sara Sangraha, did Narasimha write any other mathematical works?

  1. Yes, he wrote several other treatises.

  2. No, the Ganita Sara Sangraha was his only mathematical work.

  3. It is uncertain whether he wrote any other mathematical works.

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Narasimha wrote several other mathematical treatises, but most of them are now lost.

What was the impact of Narasimha's work on subsequent mathematicians?

  1. It influenced the development of mathematics in India.

  2. It inspired mathematicians in other parts of the world.

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Narasimha's work influenced the development of mathematics in India and inspired mathematicians in other parts of the world.

Which mathematician is considered to be the successor of Narasimha?

  1. Bhaskara II

  2. Aryabhata II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Madhava of Sangamagrama

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bhaskara II is considered to be the successor of Narasimha.

In which century did Bhaskara II live?

  1. 11th

  2. 12th

  3. 13th

  4. 14th

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Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II lived in the 12th century.

What was Bhaskara II's most notable work?

  1. Lilavati

  2. Bijaganita

  3. Siddhanta Shiromani

  4. Ganita Sara Sangraha

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Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Bhaskara II's most notable work was the Siddhanta Shiromani.

What is the significance of Bhaskara II's work?

  1. It provided a comprehensive overview of Indian mathematics.

  2. It introduced new mathematical concepts and techniques.

  3. It influenced the development of mathematics in Europe.

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bhaskara II's work provided a comprehensive overview of Indian mathematics, introduced new mathematical concepts and techniques, and influenced the development of mathematics in Europe.

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