what are proofs?

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what are proofs?

anonymous · Answer

i think you'll get the best answer by looking it up because, as simple as it might sound, it is complicated to explain. this definition might be suitable: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mathematical_proof

anonymous · Answer

ok........ then. thanks? wtf. -.-

ybarrap · Answer

I would recommend if you are going to get the help your are going to need  here in the future, you need to show some respect from those that are volunteering their time here to help you. The link above is quite informative and it would serve your needs towards understanding your question.

Given that. A simple answer would be, if that is all you seek is that a proof is an authoritative argument for the truth of a statement that is justified by a series of logical truths that each can either be justified or are universally accepted as true. That's as basic as you can get.

Good luck with your studies.

solomonzelman · Answer

Do u mean proofs in Geometry,
(the statement and  reason written as a chart in geometry and as essay in college)