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Earlier mathematicians (i.e. those who came before medieval Indian mathematicians) had taught that X/O = X; who among the following proved that it was infinity?

A. Aryabhatta

B. Bhaskara

C. Brahmagupta

D. Mahavira

Answer: Option B

Solution (By Examveda Team)

The mathematical implications of zero (Shunya) and infinity, never more than vaguely realized by classical authorities, were fully understood in medieval India. Earlier mathematicians had taught that X/O = X, but Bhaskara proved that it was infinity.

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