alleryWords such as polynomial and homomorphism are examples of what in mathematical language?
AOld proverbs
BSlang terms
CNeologisms
DSpelling slips
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Neologisms
1. Mathematics often invents new words for new ideas.
2. Such newly coined words are called neologisms.
3. They are technical terms, not slang or errors.
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