Higher Dimension and Randomness

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Higher dimensions, specifically the 5th and 6th dimensions, are often misinterpreted as being related to different possible realities stemming from identical conditions. This discussion clarifies that the concept of "different realities" is distinct from the randomness inherent in quantum mechanics. Quantum mechanics demonstrates that two systems prepared in the same state can yield different measurement results, highlighting the role of randomness rather than higher dimensions in producing varied outcomes from identical starting conditions.

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  • Understanding of quantum mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with the concept of higher dimensions
  • Knowledge of randomness in computational systems
  • Basic grasp of cause and effect in physical systems
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I often here claims that higher dimensions such as the 5th and 6th dimensions deal with different possible realities, be it branching off or from different start conditions.

I find this confusing and would like to have it cleared up how it is possible for different so called realities to occur from the same conditions

For example, a computer cannot create truly random numbers because it requires conditional input that undergoes cause and effect

Likewise, can the universe actually undergo different possibilities from the same cause and or state?

My understand of quantum mechanics is elementary so I am likely overlooking something or confusing the whole notion of higher dimensions

I hope my question is clear enough, although I feel I have only managed to confused myself further, thank you
 
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Higher dimensions and "different so-called realities" have nothing to do with the inherent randomness of quantum mechanics. However, randomness is inherent to quantum mechanics; an essential property of the theory is that two systems may be prepared in exactly the same state, yet the same measurement on the two systems may yield different results.
 

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