Logic & Math: Can Equations Express Cause & Effect?

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Can all logic be stated in mathematical equation? If so, I'm not sure how you would state cause and effect.
 
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cannafield said:
Can all logic be stated in mathematical equation? If so, I'm not sure how you would state cause and effect.
It's not really clear to me what you're asking.
 

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