Write the inverse of the given statement.
If I brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will have fewer cavities.

A) If I brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will not have fewer cavities.
B) If I have fewer cavities, then I will brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste.
C) If I don't have fewer cavities, then I will not brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste.
D) If I don't brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will not have fewer cavities.

Question

Write the inverse of the given statement. ​
If I brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will have fewer cavities.
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A) If I brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will not have fewer cavities.
B) If I have fewer cavities, then I will brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste.
C) If I don't have fewer cavities, then I will not brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste.
D) If I don't brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will not have fewer cavities.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The inverse of the given statement would be "If I do not brush my teeth with Smiles toothpaste, then I will have more cavities." The best choice that reflects this inverse is D. Choice A is the converse of the statement and choice B is not a valid inverse or converse. Choice C is not a valid option as it includes a double negative.

Write the Inverse of the Given Statement. ​

Write the Inverse of the Given Statement.