HELP!!

proving the following statement indirectly, what is your first step?
The rain in Spain falls on the plain. A.It doesn’t rain in Spain.
B.There is no plain in SpainC.The rain in Spain does not fall on the plain.
D.It rains in Spain.

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HELP!!

proving the following statement indirectly, what is your first step?
The rain in Spain falls on the plain. A.It doesn’t rain in Spain.
B.There is no plain in SpainC.The rain in Spain does not fall on the plain. 
D.It rains in Spain.

anonymous · Answer

An indirect proof assumes the opposite of what you're trying to prove.

anonymous · Answer

so then what do i do? i dont get it...

anonymous · Answer

Well, the question asks what is your first step.  What is the opposite of what you're asked to prove?  What is the opposite of "The rain in Spain falls on the plain."?

anonymous · Answer

it doesnt rain?

anonymous · Answer

Yeah good point.  But I would say it's that this specific thing does not happen.  That is, choice c.

anonymous · Answer

ohhhhhh.... ok i kinda get it now, thanks:)