Question

which greek mathematician wrote the most definitive text on geometry, one that is still referred to today?
a. thales
b. pythagoras
c. euclid
d. archimedes
e. hippocrates

Explanation:

Euclid wrote Elements, a highly influential and definitive text on geometry that is still studied and referred to today. Thales is known for early geometric theorems but not a comprehensive text. Pythagoras is associated with the Pythagorean theorem. Archimedes made contributions to various mathematical and scientific areas beyond a single geometry - focused definitive text. Hippocrates is more known in the medical field (Hippocratic Oath).

Answer:

C. Euclid