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When using an indirect proof, we show that the negation of the desired conclusion leads to a contradiction

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True

Explanation:

The application of an indirect proof is seen whenever we make assumptions about a given condition/statement. i.e. assuming what we are about to proof is false before proving it to be true

The indirect proof method involves some steps which are

  • Identify what you are trying to prove
  • Negate the statement to be proven ( assuming the negation to be the true statement )
  • prove the assumption to be false then take the initial statement as a true statement.
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