2.3 Using Deductive Reasoning to Verify Conjectures
Deductive reasoning: the process of using logic to draw conclusions from given facts, definitions and
properties.
Law of Detachment: in deductive reasoning, if the given facts are true and you apply the then the
conclusion must be true, valid form of deductive reasoning. p-->q
Law of syllogism: if p-->q and q-->r are true statements then p-->r is a true statement.
properties.
Law of Detachment: in deductive reasoning, if the given facts are true and you apply the then the
conclusion must be true, valid form of deductive reasoning. p-->q
Law of syllogism: if p-->q and q-->r are true statements then p-->r is a true statement.