1. Consider the conditional statement, "If n^2 is even, then n is even." To prove this statement by a line of indirect reasoning, identify the beginning alternative conclusion.
A.n^2 is not even
B.n^2 and n have opposite signs
C.n is odd
D.If n^2 is not even, then neither is n.
2. Consider the conditional statement, "If n^2 is even, then n is even." What is the hypothesis?
A.n is even
B.n^2 is even
C.n^2 and n must have the same sign
D.n^2 and n may have opposite signs
2007-05-16
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