Use indirect proof to show that, "If n is an integer and 3n+2 is even, then n is even".

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Chapter1: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra
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Use indirect proof to show that, "If n is an integer and 3n+2 is even, then n is even".
Use proof by contradiction to show that, "The sum(s) of an irrational number(i) and a rational
number(r) is irrational.
Use direct proof to show, "If m + n and n + p are even integers (s and t), where m, n, and p are
integers, then m + p is even".
Transcribed Image Text:Use indirect proof to show that, "If n is an integer and 3n+2 is even, then n is even". Use proof by contradiction to show that, "The sum(s) of an irrational number(i) and a rational number(r) is irrational. Use direct proof to show, "If m + n and n + p are even integers (s and t), where m, n, and p are integers, then m + p is even".
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