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Discrete Math with SageMath: Learn math with open-source software

Section 4.2 Truth Tables

The truthtable() function in Sage generates the truth table for a given logical expression.
An alternative way to display the table with better separation and visuals would be to use SymbolicLogic(), statement(), truthtable() and the print_table() functions.
SymbolicLogic() creates an instance for handling symbolic logic operations, while statement() defines the given statement. The truthtable() method generates a truth table for this statement, and print_table() displays it.
Expanding on the concept of truth tables, we can analyze logical expressions involving three variables. This provides a deeper understanding of the interplay between multiple conditions. The truthtable() function supports expressions with a number of variables that is practical for computational purposes, if the list of variables becomes too lengthy (such as extending beyond the width of a LaTeX page), the truth table’s columns may run off the screen. Additionally, the function’s performance may degrade with a very large number of variables, potentially increasing the computation time.