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What is a postulate?

Updated: 4/28/2022
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The verb "to postulate" means to assert a claim as true, with or without proof.

Geometric "postulates" are basic axioms that are given or assumed in order to establish the framework of geometric relationships. An example is Postulate 1 which defines point, line, and distance as unique conditions.

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