Famous Mathematical Societies

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Which mathematical society was founded in 1660 and is one of the oldest scientific societies in the world?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Royal Society was founded in 1660 and is the oldest scientific society in the world.

Which mathematical society was founded in 1888 and is the largest mathematical society in the world?

  1. Royal Society

  2. American Mathematical Society

  3. Mathematical Association of America

  4. London Mathematical Society


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The American Mathematical Society was founded in 1888 and is the largest mathematical society in the world.

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


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

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

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