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theorem

/ˈθɪə.rəm/

[/ˈθɪə.rəm/]

a proved maths statement

Intermediatenoun

Definition

A theorem is a statement in maths that has been proved to be true. Students use theorems to solve problems.

Example

Use the theorem to find the length of the side.

Use the theorem to find the length of the side.

Etymology

From Greek 'theorema' meaning a thing looked at.

How & Where It’s Used

Used in maths for proved general rules.

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