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Logic of likelihood

Journal Article · · International Journal of Theoretical Physics
OSTI ID:123467

The notion of {open_quotes}probability{close_quotes} is generalized to that of {open_quotes}likelihood,{close_quotes} and a natural logical structure is shown to exist for any physical theory which predicts likelihoods. Two physically based axioms are given for this logical structure to form an orthomodular poset, with an order-determining set of states. The results strengthen the basis of the quantum logic approach to axiomatic quantum theory. 25 refs.

OSTI ID:
123467
Journal Information:
International Journal of Theoretical Physics, Journal Name: International Journal of Theoretical Physics Journal Issue: 7 Vol. 31; ISSN 0020-7748; ISSN IJTPBM
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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