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A variable in a logical or mathematical expression whose value determines the dependent variable; if f(x)=y, x is the independent variable
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A course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning
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A discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal
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A summary of the subject or plot of a literary work or play or movie
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A fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
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A contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
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(computer science) a reference or value that is passed to a function, procedure, subroutine, command, or program