What is a Theorem?

What is a Theorem?

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Theorems are a way for mathematicians to make a general mathematical statement. These statements can be used to help you solve all sorts of problems! See an introductions to theorems with this tutorial.

Keywords:

  • definition
  • theorem
  • true statement
  • proof

Background Tutorials

  • Definitions and Properties of Square Roots

      • What's a Perfect Square?What's a Perfect Square?

      What's a Perfect Square?

      Anytime you square an integer, the result is a perfect square! The numbers 4, 9, 16, and 25 are just a few perfect squares, but there are infinitely more! Check out this tutorial, and then see if you can find some more perfect squares!

  • Right Triangles and the Pythagorean Theorem

      • What is the Pythagorean Theorem?What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

      What is the Pythagorean Theorem?

      The Pythagorean theorem is a very popular theorem that shows a special relationship between the sides of a right triangle. In this tutorial, you'll get introduced to the Pythagorean theorem and see how it's used to solve for a missing length on a right triangle!

Further Exploration

  • The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

      • What is the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra?What is the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra?

      What is the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra?

      Does every polynomial function have a solution? The answer can be found through the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra! This tutorial introduces you to the theorem and explains how its meaning.