Question
What distinguishes a definition from a conjecture in mathematical reasoning? (1 point)
Responses
A definition is a guess about a pattern
A definition is a guess about a pattern
A definition requires proof
A definition requires proof
A definition explains the exact meaning of a term
A definition explains the exact meaning of a term
A definition changes over time
Responses
A definition is a guess about a pattern
A definition is a guess about a pattern
A definition requires proof
A definition requires proof
A definition explains the exact meaning of a term
A definition explains the exact meaning of a term
A definition changes over time
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The correct response is:
**A definition explains the exact meaning of a term.**
In mathematical reasoning, a definition provides a precise meaning for a term or concept, while a conjecture represents an assertion that is proposed based on observation but has not yet been proven.
**A definition explains the exact meaning of a term.**
In mathematical reasoning, a definition provides a precise meaning for a term or concept, while a conjecture represents an assertion that is proposed based on observation but has not yet been proven.