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Theorem
01
a statement or proposition that has been proven to be true based on previously established axioms, definitions, and other theorems within a particular mathematical or logical system
Examples
Mathematicians often prove theorems to establish mathematical truths.
One fundamental aspect of mathematical reasoning is establishing the validity of theorems.
02
an idea or statement widely accepted as demonstrably true
Examples
The engineer relied on the theorem that stress is proportional to strain.
Economic models propose theorems about market behavior.
