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What is an axiom in geometry?

A basic rule accepted without proof

What is a theorem?

A statement proven to be true

What is a proof?

Steps showing why a theorem is true

What is a corollary?

A bonus fact from a proven theorem

What is the converse of a statement?

The statement flipped around

What does 'implies' mean in maths?

One statement leads to another

Which is an example of an axiom?

Through 2 points, there's exactly 1 line

What does Pythagoras' Theorem state?

c2=a2+b2c^2 = a^2 + b^2 in right triangles

If all triangle angles add to 180°180°, what angle is in an equilateral triangle?

60°60°

Is the converse 'If 4 sides, then square' true?

No, rectangles also have 4 sides

What symbol represents 'implies'?

⇒\Rightarrow

Why are proofs important?

They show the logic behind theorems

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