richardson's theorem

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What does richardson's theorem mean?

A theorem that establishes a limit on the extent to which an algorithm can decide whether certain mathematical expressions are equal.

Where does richardson's theorem come from?

It was proved in 1968 by computer scientist Daniel Richardson of the University of Bath.

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