ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Higher-order logic

Higher-Order Logic is a type of math used to describe and reason about very complex problems. It is usually used by computer scientists, mathematicians, and engineers. It can be used to figure out what people are thinking or feeling, or to explain why something happened. The basic idea of Higher-Order Logic is to break down a problem into small parts and then use logic to figure out how the parts work together to solve the problem. Every problem has its own set of rules or facts. We can use Higher-Order Logic to figure out how those rules or facts are related, and then use those relationships to come up with a solution or answer.