An indirect proof is to be used to prove the following: If AB = AC, then AABD = AACD. Which one of the following is the correct way to begin? a. Assume temporarily that AB + AC. b. Assume temporarily that AABD AACD.

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An indirect proof is to be used to prove the following:
If AB =
AC, then AABD = AACD.
Which one of the following is the correct way to begin?
a. Assume temporarily that AB + AC.
b. Assume temporarily that AABD AACD.
Transcribed Image Text:An indirect proof is to be used to prove the following: If AB = AC, then AABD = AACD. Which one of the following is the correct way to begin? a. Assume temporarily that AB + AC. b. Assume temporarily that AABD AACD.
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