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In this article, we introduce the concept of m-polar Q-hesitant fuzzy (MPQHF) BCK\/BCI algebras, combining m-PFS theory with Q-hesitant fuzzy set theory in the framework of BCK\/BCI algebras. This innovative approach enhances the attitudes of uncertainty, vagueness, and hesitance of data in decision-making processes. We investigate the features and actions of this proposed hybrid approach to fuzzy sets and hesitant fuzzy sets, focusing on MPQHF subalgebras, and explore the characteristics of several kinds of ideals under BCK\/BCI algebras. It also showed that it can better represent complex levels of uncertainty than regular sets. The proposed method\u2019s theoretical framework offers a better way to show uncertain data in areas like engineering, computer science, and computational mathematics. By linking theoretical advancements of MPQHF sets with practical applications, we highlight the benefits and challenges of this approach. Demonstrating the practical uses of the MPQHF sets aims to encourage broader adoption. Symmetry plays a vital role in algebraic structure and is used in various fields like decision-making, encryption, pattern recognition problems, and automata theory. Furthermore, this work enhances the understanding of algebraic structures and offers a robust tool for career exploration and development through improved decision-making methodologies.<\/jats:p>","DOI":"10.3390\/sym17040535","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2025,4,2]],"date-time":"2025-04-02T05:43:33Z","timestamp":1743572613000},"page":"535","update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3390\/mdpi_crossmark_policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":3,"title":["A Contemporary Algebraic Attributes of m-Polar Q-Hesitant Fuzzy Sets in BCK\/BCI Algebras and Applications of Career Determination"],"prefix":"10.3390","volume":"17","author":[{"given":"Kholood","family":"Alsager","sequence":"first","affiliation":[{"name":"Department of Mathematics, College of Science, Qassim University, Buraydah 51452, Saudi Arabia"}]}],"member":"1968","published-online":{"date-parts":[[2025,3,31]]},"reference":[{"key":"ref_1","doi-asserted-by":"crossref","unstructured":"Tung, W.K. 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