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  ##  [Backtracking Search](https://mathlogic.quantumdictionary.io/backtracking-search-0) 

  
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**Mathematics &amp; Logic Dictionary**

 
Definition

A tree-search mechanism that recursively assigns values to decision variables, propagates consequences, and reverts (backtracks) assignments when a contradiction or dead end is reached to systematically explore alternative assignments.