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Which term best describes a proof in which you assume the opposite of what you want to prove?A.Proof by syllogismB.Proof by converseC.Proof by contradictionD.Proof by contrapositive

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Which term best describes a proof in which you assume the opposite of what you want to prove?A.Proof by syllogismB.Proof by converseC.Proof by contradictionD.Proof by contrapositive

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C. Proof by contradiction

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