Proof by Contradiction

How to Write a Proof by Contradiction

  1. Assume the thing (P) we want to prove is false
  2. Reason to a contradiction
  3. Conclude that (P) must therefore be true

Gotchas

  • Make sure that your assumptions and statements during “reason to a contradiction” are correct.

Resources

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