As an academic discipline, logic is the study of reasoning. Logic puzzles, therefore, involve solving problems by making a series of inferences and assessing these using reasoning. Sounds easy, right?

Last week, we asked you to solve ‘The Hardest Logic Puzzle In The World.” This week, we’re asking you to do it again – with a brand new puzzle. Let me begin by stating the obvious: The notion that any ...

We are hardly ever consciously aware that we use logic to solve everyday problems. But what is logic? Is the logic used to prove theorems in mathematics the same kind that we use for our practical ...

Math problems involving bridges are all too common. And this particular one will have you wishing you paid more attention in eighth grade arithmetic. On the YouTube channel Logically Yours, Mohammed ...

Only Slate Plus members can gift Slate stories. Become a member to share 10 free articles a month. When, exactly, is Cheryl’s birthday? A charming logic puzzle led to much hand-wringing over this ...

Mathematical logic and set theory provide the foundational language for modern mathematics, articulating precise notions of proof, computability and the hierarchy of infinities. Central themes include ...