In ancient Greek mathematics, numbers were generally understood to be natural. Consequently, it is not surprising that there was no need for a word qualifying number .The term is a later creation and can be traced back to the Greek mathematician Nicomachos of Geresa (fl.c.100).

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  • Holger Becker

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In ancient Greek mathematics, numbers were generally understood to be natural. Consequently, it is not surprising that there was no need for a word qualifying number .The term is a later creation and can be traced back to the Greek mathematician Nicomachos of Geresa (fl.c.100).