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On probabilities in quantum mechanics

Quantum Physics 2024-09-04 v6

Abstract

This is an attempt to clarify certain concepts related to a debate on the interpretation of quantum mechanics, a debate between Andrei Khrennikov on the one side and Blake Stacey and R\"udiger Schack on the other side. Central to this debate is the notion of quantum probabilities. I first take up the probability concept in the QBist school, and then give my own arguments for the Born formula for calculating quantum probabilities. In that connection I also sketch some consequences of my approach towards the foundation and interpretation of quantum theory. I discuss my general views on QBism as a possible alternative interpretation before I give some final remarks.

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@article{arxiv.2401.17717,
  title  = {On probabilities in quantum mechanics},
  author = {Inge S. Helland},
  journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2401.17717},
  year   = {2024}
}

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28 pages

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