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accepted actual analytical propositions assertion assume atoms basic basis body calculus cardinal number classical mechanics commutative law complete concepts construction deductive defined definition depends derived determined electron elements empirical entails equation equipossible equivalent Euclidean Euclidean geometry evidence example excluded middle experiential fact false field first-person experience formal function geometry given hypothesis hypothetical syllogism idea ideal implies induction inference infinite integrated and closed intensional logic interpretation interrelation involved knowledge laws logic mathematical mathematical induction matter meaning measure ment mind motion nature non-Euclidean geometry number system objects observation operations pattern phase waves phenomena Philosophy physical possible postulates presupposes principle probability problem propositions qualia quantity quantum mechanics question realm reference relation relative sample scientific sense sense-data sequence space specific statement statistical syllogism structure symbols theorem theory theory of relativity things tion true truth truth-values validity values velocity whole words xylene