Analytical Proof

Pronunciation: /ˌæn.lˈɪ.tɪ.kl pruf/ Explain

An analytical proof is a proof that uses:

• axioms,
• definitions,
• stated assumptions,
• previously proved theorems.

Each step in an analytic proof follows logically from the previous step.

References

1. McAdams, David E.. All Math Words Dictionary, analytic proof. 2nd Classroom edition 20150108-4799968. pg 15. Life is a Story Problem LLC. January 8, 2015. Buy the book

Cite this article as:

McAdams, David E. Analytical Proof. 12/21/2018. All Math Words Encyclopedia. Life is a Story Problem LLC. https://www.allmathwords.org/en/a/analyticalproof.html.

Revision History

12/21/2018: Reviewed and corrected IPA pronunication. (McAdams, David E.)
6/13/2018: Removed broken links, updated license, implemented new markup. (McAdams, David E.)
9/10/2007: Initial version. (McAdams, David E.)