Question

WORTH 100 POINTS!!!

The indirect proof is unlike the proofs taught during the beginning chapters of geometry. Before you can begin an indirect proof it is important to determine the steps that you will follow. Please put the steps of the indirect proof in the correct order from beginning to end.

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Answer 1

1) Identify the statement you want to prove is true

2) Assume temporarily that the statement is false; assume the opposite is true

3) Obtain statements that logically follow from your assumption.

4) Reason logically until you reach a contradiction of a known fact.

5) Point out that your assumption must be false, and the statement must then be true.