The Proof by ____ Approach Assumes That a Conclusion Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

The proof by ____ approach assumes that a conclusion is true and shows that the assumption leads to an impossible situation.

• A) contradiction
• B) inference
• C) deduction
• D) impossibility

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