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Deductive Proofs

On this page, we will look at deductive reasoning in order to be able to make direct proofs. This is a hugely important topic in mathematics, since we like to be absolutely sure of the results we have found. However, this can be challenging - when a problem is unfamiliar, it is often difficult to know where to start. The key is to be able to use our existing knowledge and theorems, make connections and work towards a...


Tags: direct proofs, proof, equivalent, identities, prove

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