Mathematics A-Level
deduction (direct proof)
What deduction (direct proof) means in Mathematics A-Level, as defined for AQA.
Definition of deduction (direct proof)
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A proof which starts from the given conditions and uses logical or algebraic steps to reach the required conclusion.
Topics that use deduction (direct proof)
- A: Proof (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- counter-example
- Disproof by counter example
- Irrational Number
- Proof
- Proof by contradiction
- Proof by deduction
- Proof by exhaustion
- Rational Number
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