Understanding Disjunction
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Beginner Explanation
A disjunction is like saying 'either this or that'. For example, $p \lor q$ means either $p$ is true or $q$ is true.
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Quick Quiz
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Beginner
Which of the following statements is a true disjunction? $p \lor q$ where $p$ is true and $q$ is false.
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Real-World Problem
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Intermediate
Teenager Scenario
You have a choice between two activities: going to the movies or going to a concert. If you say, 'I will go to the movies or the concert', what does this mean in logical terms as a disjunction?
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Thinking Challenge
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Think About This
Think about how a disjunction like $p \lor q$ could be used in everyday decisions.
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Challenge Quiz
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Advanced
Which logic operation is equivalent to $\neg (p \lor q)$?
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