normal form
"Normal form" is a term used in various fields such as databases, mathematics, and game theory to describe a standardized way of organizing or presenting information.
Definition
C1Database Theory
(technical, academic)A set of guidelines for designing tables to minimize redundancy and avoid inconsistencies.
Example
- The database was redesigned to adhere to the third normal form to reduce data anomalies.
C1Mathematics
(technical, academic)A standardized way of presenting a mathematical object to simplify its structure.
Example
- The equation was converted to its normal form for easier analysis.
C1Game Theory
(technical, academic)A matrix representing the possible outcomes of a game, including players, strategies, and payoffs.
Example
- The normal form of the game helped to clearly see the best strategies for each player.
C1Formal Logic
(technical, academic)A standardized format for logical expressions to simplify analysis and proof.
Example
- Converting the statement to normal form made the logical proof more straightforward.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "normal form":
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