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Studies in pure mathematics are heavily focused on analyzing particular problems in the field through research that is often based on proofs. This kind of analysis can help students understand how to effectively solve problems in their everyday lives.

The PhD is a doctoral degree, specifically called a "doctor of philosophy" degree. This is misleading because PhD holders are not necessarily philosophers (unless they earned their degree in philosophy!). That said, PhD recipients are able to engage in thought experiments, reason about problems, and solve problems in sophisticated ways.