Which of the following refers to the proving of mathematical theorems by a computer program?
A.
Analytical theorem proving
B.
Automated technology proving
C.
Automated theorem processing
D.
Automated theorem proving
E.
None of the choices.
Explanation:
Automated theorem proving (ATP) is the proving of mathematical theorems by a computer
program. Depending on the underlying logic, the problem of deciding the validity of a theorem
varies from trivial to impossible. Commercial use of automated theorem proving is mostly
concentrated in integrated circuit design and verification.