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What is the synonym for tautology?
I guess you could claim one opposite of a tautology is an oxymoron.
What is the root word for the word contradiction?
"diction".the root is not diction, it is:dict (Latin root "to say")add the prefix "contra-" get the verb: contradict = to speak againstadd the suffix "-ion" to make it a noun: contradiction
Which term best describes a proof in which you assume the opposite of what you what to prove?
Proof in which one assumes the opposite of what you have to prove is indirect proof. In indirect proof a person can draw a conclusion from assuming the opposite is true and then find a conclusion.
What does implicitly contradictory mean?
An implicit contradiction, as opposed to an explicit contradiction, is hidden within the logical structure of the statement. If you figure it out, you will discover that there is a contradiction. Explicit contradictions don't have to be figured out, they merely have to be pointed out.
What are contradictory statements?
Some examples of contradictory terms are 'living dead', 'pretty ugly', 'jumbo shrimp', and 'virtual reality'. If the contradiction is intentional (rhetorical or poetic), then it is called an ox·y·mo·ron. All oxymorons are contradictory terms, but not all contradictory terms are oxymorons.OXYMORON n.A rhetorical figure in which incongruous or contradictory terms are combined, as in a deafening silence and a mournful optimist.
How do you prove a statement by contradiction?
To prove by contradiction, you assume that an opposite assumption is true, then disprove the opposite statement.
What is the opposite of ordinance?
contradiction, countermand, opposition, recall, reversal, revocation
To prove a statement by contradiction one begins by assuming the statement?
opposite
What is the Opposite of commander?
footsoldier
How can we demonstrate the validity of a statement using proof by absurdity or contradiction?
To demonstrate the validity of a statement using proof by absurdity or contradiction, we assume the opposite of the statement is true and then show that this assumption leads to a logical contradiction or absurdity. This contradiction proves that the original statement must be true.
Is it false that and indirect proof assumes the opposite of what needs to be proved and then arrives at a contradiction?
true
Which term best describes a proof in which you assume the opposite of what you want to prove.?
proof by contradiction
Which term best describes in which you assume the opposite of what you want to prove?
Contradiction or indirect proof.
What is theory of contraction?
Contradiction is logical incompatibility between two or more things. When two propositions have two conclusions that are opposite inversions of each other a contradiction is formed.
What term best describes a proof in which you assume the opposite of what you wan to prove?
Proof by contradiction (APEX)
What does a contradiction mean?
A contradiction occurs when two statements or ideas conflict with each other, leading to a logical inconsistency. This means that both statements cannot be true at the same time. In formal logic, a contradiction can invalidate an argument or theory.
Which term best describes a proof in which you assume the opposite of what you wan to prove?
Proof by contradiction (APEX)
