Tag: formal systems

Hilbert’s Program

An ambitious project by David Hilbert to formalize all mathematics and prove…

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Higher-Order Variables in Logic

A higher-order variable represents functions, predicates, or relations, distinguishing it from variables…

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Henkin Sentence

A Henkin sentence is a self-referential statement that asserts its own provability…

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Gödel’s Second Incompleteness Theorem

Gödel's second incompleteness theorem states that no consistent formal system strong enough…

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Gödel’s First Incompleteness Theorem

Gödel's First Incompleteness Theorem states that any consistent formal system capable of…

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Gödel Sentence

A self-referential sentence in formal systems, a Gödel sentence demonstrates incompleteness theorems…

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Gödel Numbering

Gödel numbering assigns unique natural numbers to symbols, formulas, and proofs in…

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First-Order Theory

A first-order theory formalizes mathematical reasoning using first-order logic. It defines relationships…

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Finitely Axiomatizable Theories

A theory is finitely axiomatizable if it can be completely defined by…

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Finite Character: Understanding Limited Systems

Finite character describes systems where all essential properties can be understood by…

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