Definition/ Meaning/ Explanation
A mental model derived from algebra which states the difference between same and equal. A useful tactic to show subordinates that all of them cannot receive the same treatment all the time but it will always be equal like x is equal to a number but the value of x can vary.

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Originated from/Coined by
Pierre Samuel

Further Reading/ References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adequate_equivalence_relation
https://fs.blog/2018/08/parenting-mental-models/