Observe and look for a pattern

• Use several examples

• Use diagrams and tables to help

Make a conjecture

• Come up with an unproven statement based on the examples

• Modify the conjecture if necessary

Verify the conjecture

• Use logical reasoning to verify that the conjecture is true in all cases

***Remember: To prove a conjecture false, you need only provide a single counterexample***

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Observe and look for a pattern

• Use several examples

• Use diagrams and tables to help

Make a conjecture

• Come up with an unproven statement based on the examples

• Modify the conjecture if necessary

Verify the conjecture

• Use logical reasoning to verify that the conjecture is true in all cases

***To prove a conjecture false, you need only provide a single counterexample***