Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Which of the following is correct regarding the progress of the number system in ancient India?

1. Decimal system developed and began to be used in India from 5th century AD
2. Brahmagupta gave rules for operating with negative numbers and zero
3. Indian numerals were passed on to the Western world mainly through Arab merchants.

Select the correct answer.

• A. 2 and 3 only
• B. 1 and 3 only
• C. 1, 2 and 3
• D. 1 and 2 only

Answer 1

The correct option is C 1, 2 and 3

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Development of Number system:

- Decimal system developed and began to be used in India from 5th century AD
- Around 700 AD, Brahmagupta gave rules for operating with negative numbers and zero.
- Indian numerals were passed on to the Western world mainly through Arab merchants.