Is degree of certainty a valid theory in probability?

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The discussion centers on the concept of "degree of certainty" in probability, which is referenced in a linked article but lacks clear definition in mathematical literature. Participants express skepticism about its validity, suggesting it may simply be a rephrasing of traditional probability concepts. One contributor highlights a specific formula related to this concept, noting a connection to gambling theory. The formula presented indicates that the degree of certainty approaches approximately 0.63212055. Overall, the theory's soundness remains questionable due to its ambiguous definition and lack of formal recognition in established mathematics.
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i found this link and this guy claims there is something called degree of certainty in probability. However, it does not show up in any math book i own. is it valid theory or at least sound?

link with description: http://www.saliu.com/Saliu2.htm

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It looks like he just means "probability."
 
Unfortunately, while his formula involves "degree of certainty" and, in several examples, he gives the "degree of certainty", he never bothers to actually define "degree of certainty"!
 
i found degree of certainty in paragraph 4:
4. Ion Saliu's Paradox Or Problem Of N Trials
...[..]...

A step in the Fundamental Formula of Gambling leads to this relation:

DC = 1 — 1/e

The limit {1 — (1/e)} is approximately 0.63212055...
 
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