The Realization That Earth Was a Sphere

question 52

Multiple Choice

The realization that Earth was a sphere

• A)had to wait until the modern era (1800s).
• B)did not occur in Europe until the first voyages of Columbus.
• C)was first made by Pythagoras,580-500 B.C.
• D)was made by Isaac Newton.

Interpret and graph logarithmic functions.

Understand and apply the change-of-base formula.

Apply logarithmic properties to solve equations.

Use logarithmic properties for expansion and condensation.

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Definitions:

Taut

Describes something stretched tightly or pulled to its tension point; also used metaphorically to describe something clear and effective with no wasted words.

MP

In the context of logic, it often stands for "modus ponens," a form of argument where if "if p then q" is true and p is true, then q must also be true.

Justification

The action of showing something to be right or reasonable, often by providing supporting evidence or reasoning.

Premise

An initial assertion that paves the way for a conclusion or inference to be made.