Simplification - Wikipedia#Mathematics

Mathematics

Simplification is the process of replacing a mathematical expression by an equivalent one that is simpler (usually shorter), according to a well-founded ordering. Examples include:

  • Simplification of algebraic expressions, in computer algebra
  • Simplification of Boolean expressions i.e., logic optimization
  • Simplification by conjunction elimination in inference in logic yields a simpler, but generally non-equivalent formula
  • Simplification of fractions

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