Proving the Equality of (A Φ B) Φ (C Φ D) and (A Φ C) Φ (B Φ D)

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The forum discussion centers on proving the equality of the expression (A Φ B) Φ (C Φ D) and (A Φ C) Φ (B Φ D), where Φ represents the oplus operation, commonly used in set theory. Participants express uncertainty regarding the appropriate proof techniques to employ for this equality. The oplus symbol is described as a circle intersected by a vertical and horizontal line. The discussion highlights the need for clarity in notation and the use of LaTeX for mathematical expressions.

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this is another problem which i don't know how to start..im not sure which proof i should use to solve this problem
the problem is:
If A,B,C,and D are sets, does it follow
(A Φ B) Φ (C Φ D) = (A Φ C) Φ (B Φ D)
the symbol that is separting the characters is called the oplus symbol, that's the closet symbol i could find
the oplus symbol is a circle with one line going across it and one line going down
 
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Darned if I know because I can't tell what symbol you used! Either write it out in letters or use LaTex.
 

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