Question+26

Which of the following best describes the passage as a whole?

(A) An analysis of rival viewpoints among mathematicians (B) An exploration of the role of computers in solving mathematical theorems (C) A reflection on certain key features of mathematical proofs (D) An exploration of required steps for mathematical proofs (E) A treatise on the necessity of an aesthetic element in mathematics texts

This is a summary question, which the reader will need to read the entire article for and be able to summarize.

A- The passage is not about rival views, they are only mentioned in context to the examples B- Computers are not the main focus, disproved by the example of the man who colored the maps by hand D- All proofs do not have the same steps E- Beauty is mentioned, but not required
 * C- Talks about proofs in general and detailed examples