Question

a two - column proof
○ uses a visual representation of the logical flow of steps needed to reach a conclusion.
○ contains a table with a logical series of statements and reasons that reach a conclusion.
○ contains a set of sentences explaining the steps needed to reach a conclusion.
○ uses inductive reasoning to prove a statement.

Explanation:

• A two - column proof in geometry (a subfield of Mathematics) is structured as a table. One column has the statements (the steps in the proof) and the other column has the reasons (justifications for each statement) that lead to a conclusion.
• The first option describes a flowchart proof, not a two - column proof.
• The third option describes a paragraph proof.
• Two - column proofs use deductive reasoning, not inductive reasoning, so the fourth option is incorrect.

Answer:

B. contains a table with a logical series of statements and reasons that reach a conclusion.