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A mathematical proof is a deductive argument for a mathematical statement, showing that the stated assumptions logically guarantee the conclusion. The argument may use other previously established statements, such as theorems; but every proof can, in principle, be constructed using only certain basic or original assumptions known as axioms, along with the accepted rules of inference.
In essence, a proof is an argument that communicates a mathematical truth to another person (who has the appropriate mathematical background). A proof must use correct, logical, and rigorous reasoning to establish the truth of a mathematical statement.
There are different types of proofs, including direct proof, indirect proof, and proof by contradiction. Direct proof involves establishing the truth of a statement by logically combining the axioms, definitions, and earlier theorems. Indirect proof involves showing that the negation of a statement leads to a logical contradiction. Proof by contradiction involves assuming the opposite of what you want to prove and then showing that this leads to a contradiction.
The goal of a mathematical proof is to provide a completely convincing explanation that a deduction is valid. It needs to be so carefully written that it would hold up in court or under the scrutiny of other mathematicians.
A proposition that has not been proved but is believed to be true is known as a conjecture or a hypothesis if frequently used as an assumption for further mathematical work.
Recommended resources:
- "Mathematical Proof" by Wikipedia
- "Proof" by Math is Fun
- "What is a Mathematical Proof?" by House of Math
- "Introduction to Proofs in Mathematics" by Purdue University
- "Proof" by The Story of Mathematics
Key products or services that may help with mathematical proofs include:
- Wolfram Alpha: a computational knowledge engine that can help with mathematical calculations and proofs.
- Mathematica: a computational software system that can be used for mathematical modeling, simulation, and proof.
- LaTeX: a document preparation system that is commonly used for writing mathematical proofs and papers.
- Online proof checking systems: such as Coq or Isabelle, which can help with formal verification of mathematical proofs.
Sources
- Proof Definition (Illustrated Mathematics Dictionary)mathsisfun.com
- Mathematical Proofs - Stanford Universityweb.stanford.edu
- 3: Constructing and Writing Proofs in Mathematicsmath.libretexts.org
- 2.6: What is a proof? - Mathematics LibreTextsmath.libretexts.org
- What Is a Mathematical Proof?houseofmath.com
- An Introduction to Proofs in Mathematics - Purdue Universitymath.purdue.edu
- Introduction to mathematical arguments - University of California, …math.berkeley.edu
- Proof | Definition & Meaning - The Story of Mathematicsstoryofmathematics.com