Formal Logic
/ˈfɔːrməl ˈlɒdʒɪk/
Definitions
- (n.) A system of reasoning based on strict principles and symbolic representation, often used in legal argumentation to ensure clarity and consistency.
The lawyer applied formal logic to analyze the statute's language and deduce its implications.
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Formal logic underpins many methods of legal analysis by providing structured frameworks that avoid ambiguity in arguments.
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