Question

Compare a postulate and a theorem.

A.) postulate and a theorem are both understood as true without proof.
B.) A theorem is understood as true without proof, while a postulate must be proven.
C.) A postulate is understood as true without proof, while a theorem must be proven.
D.) Both must be proven.

Answer 1

The correct answer among the choices is option the third option. A postulate is understood as true without proof, while a theorem must be proven. Postulates are used to prove a theorem. A theorem is a logical consequence of axioms.