Tag: euclid's fifth postulate

Questions Related to euclid's fifth postulate

The formation or expression of an opinion or theory without sufficient evidence for proof is known as

  1. axioms

  2. conjecture

  3. corollary

  4. theorem


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
The formation or expression of an opinion or theory without sufficient evidence for proof is known as conjecture.

For example, make a conjecture about the next number in the pattern $2, 6, 11, 17, ...$. The terms increase by $4$, then $5$, and then $6$.

__________ implies to conclude or suppose from grounds or evidence insufficient to ensure reliability.

  1. axioms

  2. conjecture

  3. corollary

  4. theorem


Correct Option: B
Explanation:
Conjecture implies to conclude or suppose from grounds or evidence insufficient to ensure reliability.

For example, make a conjecture about the next number in the pattern 2 ; 6 ; 11 ; 17 ; ... The terms increase by 4, then 5, and then 6.

What is a conjecture?

  1. A true statement

  2. A statement that you believe is true based upon your observations

  3. A proven statement about something you believe

  4. A statement used by scientists


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The formation or expression of an opinion or theory without sufficient evidence for proof is known as conjecture. 


Or a conjecture can be stated as a statement that you believe is true based upon your observations.