formal systems

Reverse Mathematics

Reverse mathematics investigates the logical strength of mathematical theorems. It aims to identify the minimal axiomatic systems required to prove…

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Relative Consistency Proof

A relative consistency proof demonstrates that if a system S is consistent, adding new axioms to S also maintains consistency.…

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Recursively Axiomatizable Theory

A theory with a recursive set of axioms that can derive all its theorems through logical deduction. This property is…

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Ramified Theory of Types

An extension of the simple theory of types, the ramified theory introduces levels to distinguish objects and functions by order,…

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Pure First-Order Logic

Pure first-order logic is a foundational system in logic, characterized by its exclusion of function symbols and identity. It relies…

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Provability Logic

Provability logic, a subset of modal logic, explores the formal properties of provability. It uses modal operators to express concepts…

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Proof-Theoretic Consequence

Proof-theoretic consequence, also known as syntactic consequence, explores logical entailment based on the structure of proofs within formal systems. It…

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Proof Theory

Proof theory is a branch of mathematical logic focused on the structure and properties of mathematical proofs. It formalizes reasoning,…

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Primitive Recursive Relations

A primitive recursive relation is a type of relation definable using primitive recursive functions. These relations represent a subset of…

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Primitive Recursive Functions Explained

Primitive recursive functions are a subset of computable functions defined using initial functions and operations like composition and primitive recursion.…

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