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shivajikobardan
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What is the bipolar input and bipolar output truth table of ANDNOT function
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the bipolar input and output truth table of the ANDNOT function, with participants seeking clarification on definitions and the specific truth table associated with this function. The conversation touches on concepts from Boolean algebra and neural networks.
Discussion Character
- Exploratory
- Technical explanation
- Debate/contested
Main Points Raised
- Some participants seek clarification on the definitions of bipolar output truth tables and the ANDNOT function.
- One participant defines bipolar as mapping 0 to -1 and 1 to 1, expressing confusion regarding the truth table of the AND NOT function.
- Another participant questions whether the use of -1 is a typo, suggesting that if it were meant to be 0 to 1 and 1 to 1, it could imply a constant function always equal to 1.
- There is a suggestion that if AND NOT refers to NAND, it maps pairs of arguments to 1 except for (1, 1), which maps to 0.
- Participants express the need for clearer problem statements and context in future discussions, particularly regarding the relationship to neural networks.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the definitions and implications of the ANDNOT function and its truth table. There are competing interpretations regarding the use of negative values in Boolean algebra and the relationship to neural networks.
Contextual Notes
There is uncertainty regarding the use of negative values in the context of Boolean algebra, and the discussion does not resolve whether the term "AND NOT" is correctly interpreted as NAND or another function.