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Therefore sign

In logical argument and mathematical proof, the therefore sign, ∴, is generally used before a logical consequence, such as the conclusion of a syllogism. The symbol consists of three dots placed in an upright triangle and is read therefore. While it is not generally used in formal writing, it is used in mathematics and shorthand.

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U+2235 ∵ BECAUSE
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Therefore sign

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Avg. degree1.96
Density0.043478
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Different from · 1
Therefore sign → U+2235 ∵ BECAUSE
In Unicode · 1
Therefore sign → .mw-parser-output .monospaced{font-family:monospace,monospace}U+2234 ∴ THEREFORE (∴, ∴, ∴)
See also · 1
Therefore sign → Similar signs (below)
related to Meteorology · 1
Therefore sign → In

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Therefore signDifferent fromU+2235 ∵ BECAUSE1.00infobox
Therefore signIn Unicode.mw-parser-output .monospaced{font-family:monospace,monospace}U+2234 ∴ THEREFORE (∴, ∴, ∴)1.00infobox
Therefore signSee alsoSimilar signs (below)1.00infobox
Therefore signrelated to MeteorologyIn0.60section

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