Deductive Proofs (I)

Mathematics SSS 1 Third Term

WEEK 1

Deductive Proofs (I)

Performance Objectives

Students should be able to;

  1. Participate in discussing the format for proving geometrical theorem.
  2. Take special note to the format
  3. Solve task given.

Types and Properties of Proofs

Content

A proof is a logical statement, using evidence to establish, a fact, a hypothesis or an argument put forward. On the other hand, a theorem is a general conclusion in science or mathematics which makes assumptions in order to explain some observations.

Geometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with the properties of plane shapes or solid shapes.

In theoretical geometry, the facts are proved for.... View More

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