(b) For all integers n, if n² is odd, then n is also odd.

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**Instructions for Logical Proofs:**

For each statement, identify the assumptions and the conclusions for proofs using contrapositive and contradiction methods.

**Statement (b):**  
For all integers \( n \), if \( n^2 \) is odd, then \( n \) is also odd.

**Tasks:**

1. **Prove using Contrapositive:**
   - **Assume:** \( n \) is even.
   - **Prove:** \( n^2 \) is even.

2. **Prove using Contradiction:**
   - **Assume:** \( n^2 \) is odd, and \( n \) is even.
   - **Reach a contradiction:** Analyze assumptions to show a logical inconsistency.

**Note:** Please follow all directions and complete the exercises accurately. Thank you.
Transcribed Image Text:**Instructions for Logical Proofs:** For each statement, identify the assumptions and the conclusions for proofs using contrapositive and contradiction methods. **Statement (b):** For all integers \( n \), if \( n^2 \) is odd, then \( n \) is also odd. **Tasks:** 1. **Prove using Contrapositive:** - **Assume:** \( n \) is even. - **Prove:** \( n^2 \) is even. 2. **Prove using Contradiction:** - **Assume:** \( n^2 \) is odd, and \( n \) is even. - **Reach a contradiction:** Analyze assumptions to show a logical inconsistency. **Note:** Please follow all directions and complete the exercises accurately. Thank you.
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