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Zane Frederick
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18 July, 21:59
What is the goal of a proof by contradiction
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Francis Escobar
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Proof by contradiction is simply a specific way to form indirect proof that will show the validity of someone's argument or position. It begins by someone assuming the opposite of what they propose is true then goes on to prove that the improper assumption simply leads to a contradiction.
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