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Definition--Geometry Basics--Converse of a Conditional Statement

Converse of a Conditional Statement

Converse of a Conditional Statement

Topic

Geometry Basics

Definition

The converse of a conditional statement is formed by reversing the hypothesis and conclusion.

Description

The converse of a conditional statement is not necessarily true even if the original statement is true. For example, the converse of "If a figure is a square, then it has four equal sides" is "If a figure has four equal sides, then it is a square," which is not always true. Understanding converses helps in analyzing the relationships between different mathematical statements and constructing logical arguments.

Converse
If you drive faster, you get there sooner. 
Is the converse true?

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSG.CO.A.1
Grade Range 8 - 10
Curriculum Nodes Geometry
    • Points and Lines
        • Definition of a Point
Copyright Year 2020
Keywords logic