Formal Logic
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Formal Logic is a foundational 19th-century work in mathematical logic that systematically develops the principles of symbolic reasoning and inference.
All labels observed (1)
| Label | Occurrences |
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| Formal Logic canonical | 4 |
How this entity was disambiguated
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NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Formal Logic Context triple: [Augustus De Morgan, notableWork, Formal Logic]
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Symbolic Logic
Symbolic Logic is a foundational work in mathematical logic by John Venn that systematically develops and popularizes the use of diagrams and algebraic methods to represent logical relations.
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Logic
Logic is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his intricate lyricism, concept albums, and work addressing mental health and social issues.
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Introduction to Logical Theory
Introduction to Logical Theory is a mid-20th-century philosophical work by P. F. Strawson that critically examines traditional formal logic and its relation to ordinary language.
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Scholastic logic
Scholastic logic is the medieval and early modern tradition of logical theory and teaching, rooted in Aristotelian philosophy and developed in European universities by scholastic theologians and philosophers.
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Science of Logic
Science of Logic is a foundational philosophical work by G.W.F. Hegel that systematically develops his dialectical method and metaphysical account of concepts, being, and reality.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Formal Logic Target entity description: Formal Logic is a foundational 19th-century work in mathematical logic that systematically develops the principles of symbolic reasoning and inference.
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A.
Symbolic Logic
Symbolic Logic is a foundational work in mathematical logic by John Venn that systematically develops and popularizes the use of diagrams and algebraic methods to represent logical relations.
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B.
Logic
Logic is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer known for his intricate lyricism, concept albums, and work addressing mental health and social issues.
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C.
Introduction to Logical Theory
Introduction to Logical Theory is a mid-20th-century philosophical work by P. F. Strawson that critically examines traditional formal logic and its relation to ordinary language.
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D.
Scholastic logic
Scholastic logic is the medieval and early modern tradition of logical theory and teaching, rooted in Aristotelian philosophy and developed in European universities by scholastic theologians and philosophers.
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E.
Science of Logic
Science of Logic is a foundational philosophical work by G.W.F. Hegel that systematically develops his dialectical method and metaphysical account of concepts, being, and reality.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (30)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
book
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treatise on logic ⓘ work on mathematical logic ⓘ |
| aimsTo |
provide a rigorous account of logical inference
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systematically develop principles of symbolic reasoning ⓘ |
| contributesTo |
development of symbolic logic
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formalization of reasoning ⓘ foundations of mathematical logic ⓘ |
| describes |
formal deduction systems
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logical connectives ⓘ rules of inference ⓘ |
| era | 19th century ⓘ |
| field |
mathematical logic
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philosophy of logic ⓘ symbolic logic ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
deductive reasoning
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formal systems ⓘ inference ⓘ logical calculus ⓘ logical principles ⓘ symbolic reasoning ⓘ |
| genre |
academic literature
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non-fiction ⓘ |
| hasTitle | Formal Logic ⓘ |
| isAbout |
formal representation of propositions
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logical consequence ⓘ structure of valid arguments ⓘ |
| language | English ⓘ |
| uses |
formal proofs
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symbolic notation ⓘ |
How these facts were elicited
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: Formal Logic Description of subject: Formal Logic is a foundational 19th-century work in mathematical logic that systematically develops the principles of symbolic reasoning and inference.
Referenced by (4)
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