what is a theorem and what is a postulate?

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what is a theorem and what is a postulate?

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2006-10-30 15:39:49 · 2 answers · asked by criss 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics

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a postulate you assume to be true
a theorem you must prove true

2006-10-30 15:59:22 · answer #1 · answered by meg 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

A theorem is an idea proposed as true. A postulate is something that is assumed or believed to be true and that is used as the basis of an argument or theory. A theorem needs to be proved.

2006-10-31 02:30:24 · answer #2 · answered by ????????????????? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋