Babylonian mathematics refers to the mathematical system developed and utilized by the ancient civilization of Babylon, primarily during the period from approximately 2000 BCE to 300 BCE. This system is notable for several key characteristics: 1. **Base-60 Number System**: Babylonian mathematics primarily employed a sexagesimal (base-60) numeral system, which means that it was based on the number 60 rather than the decimal (base-10) system used in most modern mathematics.
Ancient Mesopotamian units of measurement were developed by the Sumerians and later adopted and adapted by subsequent civilizations in the region, such as the Babylonians and Assyrians. These systems were used for various purposes, including trade, agriculture, and construction.
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