This proof proves the theorem
a,b:. a 0 b 0 a * b 0

The following lemma is used in this proof:

int_entire
a,b:. a * b = 0 a = 0 b = 0
Please do the following and record your answers:
  • Translate this proof into English.
  • Was there any part of this proof that you found difficult to translate? If so, why?
  • Do you think that this theorem was proved in a natural or intuitive manner or not? If so, why?

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