What Are the Top Resources for Learning to Prove True Statements?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying the best resources for learning how to prove mathematical statements, particularly focusing on problems that require one to "show that this is true" or "prove that this is true." The scope includes recommendations for websites and books that facilitate understanding of proof techniques.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant seeks the best resource for learning proof techniques.
  • Another participant questions what would be considered a "best" resource and suggests looking at Google search results for "techniques for math proofs."
  • A participant recommends the website ProofWiki as a potential resource.
  • A later reply acknowledges ProofWiki but expresses a preference for book resources instead.
  • Some books on proof writing are mentioned as being referenced in linked questions on Math.StackExchange.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on a single best resource, and multiple suggestions are provided, indicating a variety of opinions on effective learning materials.

Contextual Notes

No specific assumptions or limitations are noted, but the discussion reflects a range of preferences for different types of resources (websites vs. books).

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What is the best resource for learning how to do problems that ask you to "Show that this is true" or Prove that is this is true"?
 
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bwpbruce said:
What is the best resource for learning how to do problems that ask you to "Show that this is true" or Prove that is this is true"?

Don't know what would be considered a "best" resource in general ... have a look at the entries from this Google search.

techniques for math proofs

 
Some books that teach proof writing are mentioned in this and linked questions on Math.StackExchange.
 

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