Indirect Proof

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What is an indirect proof?

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A proof that involves indirect reasoning, also known as proof by contradiction.

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What is the first step of an indirect proof?

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Assume the negation of what you are trying to prove.

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In an indirect proof, what must be shown to be false?

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The temporary assumption made at the beginning of the proof.

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What assumption would you make to start the indirect proof of: there can be only one 90 angle in a triangle?

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Assume there can be more than one 90 angle in a triangle.

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What assumption would you make to start the indirect proof of ∆ABC≅∆DEF?

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Assume ∆ABC≇∆DEF.

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What is the purpose of assuming the negation in an indirect proof?

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To reach a contradiction that proves the original statement true.

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What is a contradiction in the context of indirect proof?

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A statement that is logically inconsistent with the assumptions made.

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How does indirect proof differ from direct proof?

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Indirect proof assumes the opposite of what is to be proven, while direct proof shows the statement is true through logical steps.

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What is the conclusion of an indirect proof?

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The original statement is proven true because the assumption led to a contradiction.

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Can indirect proof be used in geometry?

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Yes, it is often used to prove properties of shapes and angles.