GEC113: MATHEMATICS IN THE MODERN WORLD

SECOND QUARTER, SECOND SEMESTER

Lecturer: Geronimo L. Magcanta III

FALLORIN, Caryssa Nicole

FERNANDEZ, Hannah

FERNANDEZ, Kenna Gail 1MT02

FERNANDEZ, Michael Benedick

MEJILLANO, Kaesey

ACTIVITY #2
INSTRUCTIONS: Write an essay about “Is mathematics discovered or invented?”

Mathematics is discovered. It is a complex language that has been uncovered and utilized to explain
the foundations of the universe. It can be concluded that the human population discovered mathematics, but
invented symbols and numbers for us to comprehend its complex concepts. One factor to consider in why
math is discovered is the presence of mathematical patterns in nature. For example, the Fibonacci sequence
has been observed in so many different plants and animals, such as pinecones and the structure of a
seashell. Another example is geometry, the study of shapes. We can notice that a lot of shapes are naturally
occurring, and by measuring and observing them, we have derived many properties from them and used
numbers and symbols to be able to comprehend what we have discovered. These pieces of evidence
demonstrate that math is everywhere, representing a hidden knowledge waiting to be uncovered. To state it
another way, Mathematics is a dynamic and ever-evolving science that keeps revealing new connections and
insights as our understanding of the universe expands. It is not merely a collection of facts and formulas. Paul
Erdős, a mathematician, once remarked, "Mathematics is not a spectator sport." To unlock its mysteries, one
must actively participate and use creativity.

REFERENCES

The Evolution of Mathematics: A Rhetorical Approach by G. Mitchell Reyes. (n.d.).

https://www.psupress.org/books/titles/978-0-271-09401-4.html

The Fibonacci sequence: The nature of numbers. (2022, June 20). BYJU’S Future School Blog.
https://www.byjusfutureschool.com/blog/the-fibonacci-sequence-the-nature-of-numbers/

Shastry, A. (2020, April 1). Finding Geometry in Nature. Medium.

https://medium.com/purple-museum/finding-geometry-in-nature-797523737555

Walton, S. (2020, October 19). Mathematical Shapes and the Natural World. The British College of Brazil.
https://www.nordangliaeducation.com/bcb-brazil/news/2020/10/19/mathematical-shapes-and-the-nat
ural-world