This rule can be used forwards to derive the right subformula of an IMPLIES formula from it's left, or backwards on the right sub formula (which is a goal) of an IMPLIES formula to derive the left hand sub formula as a new goal.
To use it forwards:
- select an empty line and click on Arrow Elimination.
- then select an IMPLIES formula to be eliminated (the formula must be in the scope of the empty line).
- then select a formula line that is the same as the left subformula of the IMPLIES formula, which must also be in the empty line's scope.
- the right subformula of the IMPLIES formula will then be added to your proof.
To use it backwards:
- select the goal line which matches the right subformula of the IMPLIES formula you are eliminating and click on Arrow Elimination.
- then select the IMPLIES formula line you wish to use for the elimination, which must be in the scope of the goal line.
- the left subformula of the IMPLIES formula will then be added to your proof as a new goal.
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