Which developed first, algebra or geometry?

Symbolic algebra is something relatively modern having been developed in the 1500s. The term algebra is older and is more general in its meaning than symbolic algebra. It includes methods for solving problems in which properties of an unknown qu... read more

Generally, geometry is believed to have formally emerged first (eg, Pythagoras). Algebra, in a formal sense, emerges following other mathematical developments (eg, zero, infinity, etc). Note, that you need a concept of zero to support solving systems of equations. read more

If we are talking the bare minimum and basics, you should do algebra first so that when you transfer on to more advanced geometry such as right angle trig. You will have a much easier time learning how to organize equations and things such as that. read more

The English word algebra comes from an Arabic word meaning restoration or completion in the title of this work. The Persian astronomer and poet Omar Khayyam (c. 1048-1131) wrote a book on algebra." Geometry History Historians do not know the exact origins of geometry. read more