A propositional logic solver using the DPLL algorithm encounters a CNF formula with a unit clause. Which consequence follows during unit propagation?

💡 Explanation

When a unit clause exists, unit propagation assigns the literal in that clause a truth value because this forces the clause to be satisfied. Therefore, a literal is assigned, rather than the solver backtracking or making random assignments, since the unit clause provides direct information.

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