Question #6436477Single Choice

Geometry

Question

We want to prove:
"If x is an odd integer, then x² is also odd."
A proof by contradiction is being used.

Step 1: Assume the opposite of the conclusion: Assume that x is odd, but x² is ________.

What is the correct statement to complete the assumption?

Options

A
    even
B
    prime
C
    odd
D
    negative

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