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dArr

Represents a double-headed downward-pointing arrow, commonly used to indicate vertical relationships or downward progression in mathematical or logical expressions.

Overview

Serves as a visual indicator for various mathematical and logical concepts where a strong downward relationship or progression needs to be emphasized.

  • Frequently used in commutative diagrams and mathematical proofs
  • Common in computer science for indicating program flow or data structures
  • Appears in set theory to show mappings or transformations
  • Useful in presentations and documentation for highlighting vertical hierarchies or dependencies

Examples

Showing a logical implication in both directions (if and only if).

x=2y=4x = 2 \dArr y = 4
x = 2 \dArr y = 4

Indicating a two-way conversion between units.

metersfeet\text{meters} \dArr \text{feet}
\text{meters} \dArr \text{feet}

Representing a bidirectional mapping between sets.

ABA \dArr B
A \dArr B