Single Idea 10890

[catalogued under 4. Formal Logic / F. Set Theory ST / 2. Mechanics of Set Theory / b. Terminology of ST]

Full Idea

A binary relation in a set is a 'partial ordering' just in case it is reflexive, antisymmetric and transitive.

Gist of Idea

A 'partial ordering' is reflexive, antisymmetric and transitive

Source

José L. Zalabardo (Introduction to the Theory of Logic [2000], §1.6)

Book Reference

Zalabardo,José L.: 'Introduction to the Theory of Logic' [Westview 2000], p.23