Chapter 2: Geometric Reasoning Section 6: Geometric Proofs Megan Frantz Okemos High School Math Instructor
I Can Write two-column proofs Prove geometric theorems by using deductive reasoning.
Geometric Proofs Remember: A proof is an argument that uses logic, definitions, properties and previously proven statements to show that a conclusion is true.
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What can we assume?? What you CAN assume What you CAN NOT assume
Theorems A theorem is a statement that can be proven. IMPORTANT THEOREMS:
Process for Proof Writing
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