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Conditional Statement Structure

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About This Diagram

This diagram illustrates the structure of conditional statements (if-then statements) in logic and geometry. Every conditional statement has two parts:

  1. Hypothesis (p) - The "IF" part, which is the condition or given information
  2. Conclusion (q) - The "THEN" part, which is what follows or results

Notation

The conditional statement "If p, then q" is written symbolically as:

\[p \rightarrow q\]

This reads as "p implies q" or "if p, then q."

Learning Objectives

After studying this diagram, students will be able to:

  • Identify the hypothesis and conclusion in conditional statements
  • Understand the structure of if-then statements
  • Apply proper notation for conditional statements

Bloom's Taxonomy Level

Understanding - Students comprehend the components of conditional statements.

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Lesson Plan

Grade Level

9-12 (High School Geometry)

Duration

5-10 minutes

Activities

  1. Identification Practice: Given several conditional statements, have students identify the hypothesis and conclusion.

  2. Statement Writing: Have students write their own conditional statements about geometric concepts.

Assessment

  • Can students correctly identify the hypothesis in a conditional statement?
  • Can students correctly identify the conclusion?

References

  1. Conditional Statements - Khan Academy