Question

In geometry we learn theorems and postulates, but what does a theorem and postulate mean? What is the difference between the two?

Answer 1

A postulate is a statement that is assumed true without proof. A theorem is a true statement that can be proven.

Answer 2

So a postulate can't be proven?

Answer 3

A postulate is something that is commonly accepted as true statement, but cannot be proved.
A theorem can be proved.

Answer 4

Exactly

Answer 5

A Postulate is something that we agree is true. For example, it is postulated that we are living. We can't really prove or define life, but it is given.

e.g., a line is straight. We don't need to prove this because we already know a line is straight.

A theorem on the other hand can be proven using postulates and statements. For example, an angle is 90 degree because a completely horizontal line intersects and completely vertical line.

Answer 6

:)

Answer 7

Thanks!!