Creating a Theorem with 4 Real Number Axioms and 2 Laws of Logic

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This discussion focuses on the creation of a theorem using four axioms of real numbers and two laws of logic. The axioms include identity (1x = x), additive identity (x + 0 = x), distributive property ((x + y)z = xz + yz), and commutativity (xy = yx). The laws of logic referenced are the law of Universal Elimination and the law of substitution. Participants are encouraged to explore potential theorems that can be derived from these foundational principles.

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Given 4 axioms in real Nos:

1) 1x = x ,for all x

2) x+0 = x ,for all x

3) (x+y)z = xz+yz ,for all x,y,z

4) xy =yx ,for all x,y

The cancellation theorem : [tex]\forall[x+y = x+z\Longrightarrow y=z][/tex]

And two laws of logic:

1) The law of Universal Elimination

2) The law of substitution.

Can we create a theorem?.

If yes ,what that theorem may be??
 
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BWElbert said:
Is this homework help or general inquiry? If homework help, what progress have you made before we answer? If simply general inquiry, I'll be more than happy to jump right in!

General inquiry.
 

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