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No, the point of proofs in mathematics IS to prove a particular statement is true, given certain axioms (accepted truths). Yes, there are numerous benefits beyond demonstrating something is undeniably true, given certain accepted truths, perhaps more “useful” than the proof itself, but math is a method of formal knowledge that doesn’t accept shortcuts.
parent aejm 10 months ago

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