Why is Tautology Misunderstood?

[Flamingo]

Q: Why is tautology illogical?
A: Because [blah, blah blah]. Bottom line, it is out of line with rational thought.
Q: Why is tautology out of line with rational thought?
A: Because it's...

 

[Lord Ping]

Who told you tautology was illogical? A tautology like "1 + 1 = 2" is extremely helpful.

 

[Flamingo]

I'm right with you there pal. 1 + 1 = 2 is my daily bread.

 

[Math Is Hard]

It is what it is.

 

[CaptainQuasar]

Yeah, a tautology isn't illogical. It's a statement that basically says the same thing twice, usually while attempting to imply that it's saying two different things. LOL Math is Hard.

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