Math Problem Statement
Solution
The question asks which expressions are equivalent to (which reads as "p or q"). We can analyze each option using propositional logic equivalences.
Let's evaluate each expression:
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: This means "if q, then not p." This is not logically equivalent to , because is true when either or is true, whereas doesn't capture that truth table.
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: This is exactly the same as because disjunction (OR) is commutative. So, this is equivalent to .
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: This means "if p, then q." This is not equivalent to . The truth tables differ significantly.
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: This is logically equivalent to because of the implication equivalence . So, this is an equivalent expression.
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: This is logically equivalent to by the same reasoning as above (using the contrapositive form). So, this is also equivalent.
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: This is "q and p," which is not equivalent to because is true only if both and are true, unlike .
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: This is the negation of (using De Morgan’s law). It’s the exact opposite of , so this is not equivalent.
Correct answers:
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Related Questions:
- What is the truth table for ?
- How do De Morgan's laws relate to conjunction and disjunction?
- What are the key differences between implication and disjunction?
- How does contraposition work in propositional logic?
- Can you provide the truth table for ?
Tip: Implication () can often be rewritten as a disjunction using the equivalence .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Propositional Logic
Logical Equivalences
Disjunction
Formulas
Implication equivalence: ¬q → p ≡ p ∨ q
De Morgan's Law
Theorems
Implication and Disjunction Equivalency
De Morgan's Laws
Contraposition
Suitable Grade Level
University level - Logic or Discrete Mathematics
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