The basic idea behind conditional proof is that
A) we can prove anything true if given the appropriate assumptions.
B) we can prove a conditional true by assuming that its antecedent is true and showing that its consequent . can be derived from that assumption.
C) a proof is always conditioned on acceptance of the law of excluded middle.
D) conditional statements can only be proved indirectly-that is, by making an assumption.

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Conditional proof involves assuming the antecedent of a conditional statement to show that the consequent follows, thereby proving the conditional statement true.

The Basic Idea Behind Conditional Proof Is That