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Who is considered the father of Indian geometry?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta is widely regarded as the father of Indian geometry for his significant contributions to the field.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the sum of the squares of the diagonals of a cyclic quadrilateral is equal to the sum of the squares of its sides?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Descartes' theorem


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Brahmagupta's theorem is a remarkable result in geometry that relates the diagonals and sides of a cyclic quadrilateral.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of the 'chakravala' method for solving indeterminate quadratic equations?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Bhaskara II is credited with developing the chakravala method, a powerful technique for solving indeterminate quadratic equations.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the area of a triangle is equal to half the product of its base and height?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Heron's formula


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heron's formula provides a method for calculating the area of a triangle using its side lengths.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the construction of regular polygons?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata made significant contributions to the construction of regular polygons, including methods for constructing a regular pentagon and a regular hexagon.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the sum of the interior angles of a triangle is equal to 180 degrees?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Triangle Sum Theorem


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Triangle Sum Theorem is a fundamental result in geometry that relates the interior angles of a triangle.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of the 'Sulvasutras', a collection of geometric rules and formulas used in ancient India?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Baudhayana


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Baudhayana is credited with developing the Sulvasutras, which contain geometric rules and formulas used in ancient India for various purposes, including construction and astronomy.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the area of a circle is equal to pi multiplied by the square of its radius?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Area of a Circle Formula


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Area of a Circle Formula provides a method for calculating the area of a circle using its radius.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the concept of 'zero' and its use in mathematics?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is credited with introducing the concept of zero and its use in mathematics, which had a profound impact on the development of mathematics.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the volume of a sphere is equal to four-thirds pi multiplied by the cube of its radius?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Volume of a Sphere Formula


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Volume of a Sphere Formula provides a method for calculating the volume of a sphere using its radius.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of the 'trigonometric functions', such as sine, cosine, and tangent?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is credited with developing the concept of trigonometric functions, which are essential in trigonometry and various other fields.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the sum of the squares of the sides of a right triangle is equal to the square of the hypotenuse?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Descartes' theorem


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Pythagorean theorem is a fundamental result in geometry that relates the sides of a right triangle.

Which Indian mathematician is known for his work on the concept of 'negative numbers' and their use in mathematics?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Brahmagupta is credited with introducing the concept of negative numbers and their use in mathematics, which expanded the scope of mathematical operations.

What is the name of the theorem that states that the area of a triangle is equal to half the product of its base and height?

  1. Brahmagupta's theorem

  2. Pythagorean theorem

  3. Euler's theorem

  4. Heron's formula


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Heron's formula provides a method for calculating the area of a triangle using its side lengths.

Which Indian mathematician developed the concept of the 'decimal system', which is now widely used around the world?

  1. Aryabhata

  2. Bhaskara II

  3. Brahmagupta

  4. Varahamihira


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Aryabhata is credited with developing the concept of the decimal system, which revolutionized the way numbers are represented and calculated.

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