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Symbolic Logic

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Key Definition

A conjunction is a compound statement formed by combining two statements using the word 'and'. In symbolic logic, the conjunction of $p$ and $q$ is written as $p \wedge q$. A disjunction is a compound statement using 'or', written as $p \vee q$.

Important Notes

A conjunction $p \wedge q$ is true only if both $p$ and $q$ are true.
A disjunction $p \vee q$ is true if either $p$ or $q$ is true.
The negation of $p$, written as $\neg p$, is true if $p$ is false.
Truth tables are used to determine the truth value of compound statements.
Understanding symbolic logic is essential for computer science and mathematics.

Mathematical Notation

$\wedge$ represents logical AND

$\vee$ represents logical OR

$\neg$ represents logical NOT

$p \wedge q$ is true if both $p$ and $q$ are true

$p \vee q$ is true if at least one of $p$ or $q$ is true

Remember to use proper notation when solving problems

Why It Works

Symbolic logic uses mathematical symbols to represent logical expressions, allowing for clear and precise analysis of logical statements.

Remember

The truth value of $p \wedge q$ is only true if both components are true. For $p \vee q$, it is true if at least one component is true.

Quick Reference

Conjunction:$p \wedge q$

Disjunction:$p \vee q$

Negation:$\neg p$

Understanding Symbolic Logic

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Beginner Explanation

Symbolic logic uses symbols to represent logical operations, like $\wedge$ for 'and' and $\vee$ for 'or'.

Practice Problems

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Quick Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Beginner

Which of the following expressions is the first true option when $p = \text{true}$ and $q = \text{false}$?

Real-World Problem

Question Exercise

Intermediate

Teenager Scenario

Consider a situation where a teenager can either go to the movies or play video games. Represent this using $p \vee q$.

Thinking Challenge

Thinking Exercise

Intermediate

Think About This

Consider a statement: 'The light is on and the door is open'. Express this using symbolic logic.

Challenge Quiz

Single Choice Quiz

Advanced

Evaluate the expression $\neg(p \wedge \neg q)$ when $p = \text{true}$ and $q = \text{false}$.

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