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Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2024
Abstract
The article explores the shift from classical binary logic (true and false) to a more complex landscape of logical frameworks. It introduces logical pluralism, which suggests that no single, universally accepted system of logic exists. The paper connects this idea to neutrosophy, a framework that extends fuzzy logic by incorporating a third value: indeterminacy. This triadic approach, where every proposition has a degree of truth (T), falsity (F), and indeterminacy (I), is particularly useful for managing incomplete or contradictory information. The author argues that different logical systems, like different tools, are suited for different problems, and that the search for a single "one true logic" is less important than recognizing the diverse tools available for navigating the complexities of reasoning.
Language (ISO)
English
Keywords
Logical pluralism, Neutrosophic Logic, Truth, Validity, Indeterminacy
Recommended Citation
Smarandache, Florentin. "Logical Pluralism and Neutrosophy: Reflections on the Nature of Truth." (2024). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/math_fsp/809
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