Answer to Question #116016 in Math for Mashudu

Question

Write a short paragraph on how mathematics began and indicate the first people you believe started doing mathematics?

Answer 1

Before the modern age and the worldwide spread of knowledge, written examples of new mathematical developments have come to light only in a few locales. From 3000 BC the Mesopotamian states of Sumer, Akkad and Assyria, together with Ancient Egypt and Ebla began using arithmetic, algebra and geometry for purposes of taxation, commerce, trade and also in the field of astronomy and to formulate calendars and record time.