The solution of the statement of indirect proof.
Explanation of Solution
Given information:
Given:
Prove:
Calculation:
In an indirect proof or proof by contradiction, assume that the conclusion is false. By showing the assumption to be logically impossible, prove the assumption is false and the original conclusion is true. For this problem, assume that
Given:
Prove:
Following steps are used for the indirect proof are as shown below:
Firstly, assume that
Secondly,
This contradicts the given information that
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