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Which of the following is the main idea of the passage?

1. Claiming mathematics as a language is an obtrusive idea
2. The fundamentals of mathematics are completely in line with the concept of language
3. Though debated, perceiving mathematics as a language cannot be ruled out
4. Only (a) and (b)
5. Only (b) and (c)

Correct answer: Only (b) and (c)

Solution

The passage likely presents arguments both for and against viewing mathematics as a language. So the main idea is that mathematics aligns with language in some ways, but the idea remains debatable.

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