Formal consistency

Formal consistency refers to a logical principle where a set of statements or beliefs does not contradict itself. In general knowledge, this means that if you accept certain facts or ideas as true, they should align and support each other without conflicting. For example, if you believe that all cats are mammals and that a specific animal is a cat, you should also accept that this animal is a mammal. Maintaining formal consistency ensures clarity and coherence in our understanding of various concepts and helps us avoid contradictions in our knowledge.