Does QM Use n-Dimensional or Infinite Dimensional Integrals?

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Quantum mechanics (QM) utilizes both n-dimensional and infinite-dimensional integrals. The Feynman path integral is inherently infinite-dimensional, while the integrals that define inner products in systems with a finite number of particles are finite-dimensional. This distinction is crucial for understanding the mathematical framework of quantum mechanics and its applications.

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Much as the title of this thread asks: does quantum mechanics use n-dimensional or infinite dimensional integrals? I'm merely curious as I studied the n-dimensional case as a hobby and wondered if I'd ever get to use it for anything cool like QM. If so, please maybe post one such integral so I can play with it. Thanks.
 
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It uses both. The Feynman path integral is always infinite-dimensional, but the integrals defining inner products are (for systems with finitely many particles only) always finite-dimensional.
 
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