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The statement (p(~q))((~p)  q) ((~p)  (~q)) is equivalent to _____
MathematicsMathematical ReasoningJEE MainJEE Main 2023 (13 Apr Shift 2)
Options:
  • A ~pq
  • B ~p~q
  • C p~q
  • D pq
Solution:
1485 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: ~p~q

Given,

(p(~q))((~p)  q) ((~p)  (~q))

=((~p)  q) ((~p)  (~q))(p(~q))

=~pq~qp~q

We know that ~AA=T, where T is tautology,

=~pTp~q

=~pp~q

=~pp~p~q

=T~p~q

=~p~q

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