The Numerical System We Know as 'Arabic Numerals' Was

question 13

Multiple Choice

The numerical system we know as 'Arabic numerals' was

• A) devised in ancient India.
• B) unknown in ancient India.
• C) imported and used by ancient Indians.
• D) imported and used only by modern Indians.
• E) adapted from Sanskrit numbering systems.

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