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... relations but false for others . A relation for which it is true is called a symmetrical relation ( example : Symmetry , “ is parallel to " ) . If the relation is such that , whenever transitivity , it holds between one object and a ...
... relations but false for others . A relation for which it is true is called a symmetrical relation ( example : Symmetry , “ is parallel to " ) . If the relation is such that , whenever transitivity , it holds between one object and a ...
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... relation that is symmetrical and transitive is at least quasi - reflexive . 2. Every asymmetrical relation is irreflexive . 3. Every relation that is transitive and irreflexive is asymmetrical . A relation that is reflexive ...
... relation that is symmetrical and transitive is at least quasi - reflexive . 2. Every asymmetrical relation is irreflexive . 3. Every relation that is transitive and irreflexive is asymmetrical . A relation that is reflexive ...
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... relation of inclusion , for which he used the symbol " , " was more useful than equations ; the importance of such a basic , transitive relation was first stressed by De Morgan , and much of Peirce's work can be seen as an exploration ...
... relation of inclusion , for which he used the symbol " , " was more useful than equations ; the importance of such a basic , transitive relation was first stressed by De Morgan , and much of Peirce's work can be seen as an exploration ...
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