Geometry: Chapter 2 Vocab

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paragraph proof

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An informal proof written in the form of a paragraph that explains why a conjecture for a given situation is true.

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2 column proof

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Has numbered statements and corresponding reasons that show an argument in a logical order.

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flow proof

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A type of proof that uses arrows to show the flow of a logical argument.

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inductive reasoning

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A type of logic in which conjectures are based on patterns and specific observations.

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deductive reasoning

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Using facts, definitions, accepted properties, and the laws of logic to form a logical argument.

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conjecture

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An unproven statement that is based on observations.

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theorem

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A statement that can be proven.

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perpendicular lines

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Two lines that intersect to form right angles.

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hypothesis

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The "if" part of a conditional statement.

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conclusion

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The "then" part of a conditional statement.