 ##  [Automated Theorem Proving](/automated-theorem-proving) 

  ##  [Automated Theorem Proving](https://mathlogic.quantumdictionary.io/automated-theorem-proving-0) 

  
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**Mathematics &amp; Logic Dictionary**

 
Definition

Automated theorem proving (ATP) is the use of algorithms and heuristics by software to perform proof search and establish theorems without human intervention, producing proofs or refutations in formal logics.