two-valued logic

Definitions

A system of logic in which every proposition must be either true or false, with no intermediate truth values.

A formal logical framework based on the principle of bivalence, typically represented by the values 1 and 0 or true and false.

Examples

Classical mathematics is primarily built upon the foundations of two-valued logic, where every proposition is either true or false.

The limitations of two-valued logic become apparent when attempting to model systems that require degrees of uncertainty or partial truth.

By moving beyond the constraints of two-valued logic, fuzzy logic allows for a more nuanced representation of real-world phenomena.

Synonyms

binary logic bivalent logic Boolean logic bipolar logic dichotomous logic

Antonyms

fuzzy logic multi-valued logic many-valued logic plurivalent logic non-binary logic