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MENTAL MODEL · M1366

Propositional Density

Propositional Density
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Propositional density = number of meanings conveyed (deep propositions) / number of visual elements (surface propositions). High-density designs (such as excellent logos) can convey extremely rich information with minimal lines. Scaffolding role: simplicity with depth. When making PPTs or logos, do not pile up elements. Aim for 'killing three birds with one stone': this line is both the letter A, a rocket, and an upward arrow.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

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Reduce cognitive load

Simplicity with depth. When making PPTs or logos, do not pile up elements. Aim for 'killing three birds with one stone': this line is both the letter A, a rocket, and an upward arrow.

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Anchor fast decisions

Propositional density refers to the number of independently judgeable information propositions per unit of text; high density means high information content.

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