P=PSPACE Theorem: Does Anyone Know It?

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The P=PSPACE theorem posits that if one complexity class is equivalent to another, then P equals PSPACE. This theorem is significant in computational complexity theory, as it addresses the relationship between polynomial time and polynomial space. The discussion highlights the need for clarity on the implications of this theorem within the context of theoretical computer science.

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There's a theorem which says if one class equals another class, then P=PSPACE. Does anyone know what it is?
 
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