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==== Example ====
==== Example ====
using the previous example of 2+3=5, we can write the actions as follows:
using the previous example of 2+3=5, we can write the actions as follows:<blockquote>i(Y) | 2(X) → 3(Y) = 5(X)</blockquote>which reads "Set the index of Y to 2 on X, then under 3 on Y read the answer 5 on X."
 
i(Y) | 2(X) → 3(Y) = 5(X)
 
which reads "Set the index of Y to 2 on X, then under 3 on Y read the answer 5 on X."


=== Using a Real Rule ===
=== Using a Real Rule ===

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