Symbolize propositions using predicate logic

In summary, the conversation discusses how to symbolize different statements using predicates and individuals. The symbolization of six statements are provided, including ones that involve friends of Peter and the concept of being prone to unruly behaviour.
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Homework Statement



Suppose that predicates and individuals are dened as follows:

S: should be shunned,
U: is prone to unruly behaviour,
P: is a friend of Peter's,
M: is a friend of mine,
a: Ann,
d: David.

Symbolize the following:
i. Ann is a friend of Peter's and David is a friend of mine.
ii. Some of Peter's friends are prone to unruly behaviour.
iii. Anyone who is a friend of Peter's is not a friend of mine.
iv. If Ann is a friend of Peter's then she is prone to unruly behaviour and should be shunned.
v. Some of my friends are friends of Peter's and some of Peter's friends are prone to unruly behaviour.
vi. If all Peter's friends are prone to unruly behaviour, then some of his friends should be shunned.

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The Attempt at a Solution



Here's my answers. Please tell me whether or not I got them right.

i. Pa∧Md
ii. ∃x(Px∧Ux)
iii. ∀x(Px→~Mx)
iv. Pa→(Ua∧Sa)
v. ∃x(Mx∧Px)∧∃x(Px∧Ux)
vi. ∀x(Px→Ux)→∃x(Px∧Sx)

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Related to Symbolize propositions using predicate logic

1. What is predicate logic?

Predicate logic is a type of formal logic that deals with propositions and their truth values. It uses symbols to represent propositions and logical connectives to form compound propositions.

2. How do you symbolize propositions using predicate logic?

To symbolize propositions using predicate logic, you first identify the subject and predicate of the proposition. Then, you use symbols such as letters or variables to represent them, and logical connectives like AND, OR, and NOT to form compound propositions.

3. What is a quantifier in predicate logic?

A quantifier in predicate logic is a symbol that indicates the quantity of elements that satisfy a given predicate. The two types of quantifiers are universal quantifiers (∀) and existential quantifiers (∃).

4. How do you express negation in predicate logic?

Negation in predicate logic is expressed by placing a tilde (~) symbol before the proposition. This symbol indicates that the proposition is false or not true.

5. Can you give an example of a proposition symbolized using predicate logic?

Yes, an example of a proposition symbolized using predicate logic is "All cats are mammals," which can be expressed as ∀x(Cat(x) → Mammal(x)), where Cat(x) represents the subject "x is a cat" and Mammal(x) represents the predicate "x is a mammal."

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