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In mathematics, Thales used geometry to solve problems such as calculating the height of pyramids and the distance of ships from the shore. He is credited with the first use of deductive reasoning applied to geometry, by deriving four corollaries to Thales' Theorem. As a result, he has been hailed as the first true mathematician and is the first known individual to whom a mathematical discovery has been attributed.[5]
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What contributions did famous mathematicians contribute to the world of math?
Thales, Eucleides, Aristarchus, Zeno of Elea, Pythagoras, Plato, Aristotle, Aristarchus of Syracuse, Chilon of Lakedemon, Solon, Protagoras are an indicative list of philosophers - founders of the mathematics science.
Why was mathematics important to Pythagoras?
He was interested in math when he knew there were many problems about the world. He was influenced by Thales and many more people.
Why did pythagoras get interested in mathematics?
He was interested in math when he knew there were many problems about the world. He was influenced by Thales and many more people.
What was thales contribution in field of mathematics?
he fiqued out the height of a pyramid using the length of its shadow and he was one of the first people to use geometry to solve practical problems.
What is Kelly Miller famous for in mathematics?
he is famous for teaching math
