A contradiction is an assertion or collection of assumptions from which logical falsity follows. Deriving both a statement and its logical negation is a standard example. A contradiction under a temporary assumption can establish that assumption's negation; classical proof by contradiction additionally uses this to establish positive conclusions.

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