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1) While mathematical developments were declining in ancient Greece, Chinese mathematics advanced due to its growing trade empire in the last few centuries BCE. 2) Writing in ancient China was done on bamboo strips or silk due to the climate, making records perishable and difficult to date discoveries. 3) The main use of mathematics in China was for calendar-making and agriculture, as predicting seasons was important for the emperor

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Jerald Samson

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