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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