What is the definition of postulate?

A.
an assumption, presumed to be true, that is used as the basis for a logical argument
B.
a statement that has been shown to be true by logical argument
C.
a statement that has been shown to be false by logical argument
D.
a statement, known to be false, that is used as the basis for a logical argument

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A. an assumption, presumed to be true, that is used as the basis for a logical argument
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