Friedman's trick

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gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:mathematical_concept
gptkbp:describes A method for transforming statements to a simpler logical form, often by bounding quantifiers.
gptkbp:field gptkb:logic
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Friedman's trick
gptkbp:namedAfter gptkb:Harvey_Friedman
gptkbp:notableFor gptkb:arithmetical_hierarchy
analysis of logical strength of mathematical theorems
gptkbp:purpose to simplify proofs by reducing the complexity of formulas
gptkbp:usedIn gptkb:reverse_mathematics
proof theory
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Harvey_Friedman
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6