Many Worlds Interpretations and probabilities

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The discussion centers on the Many Worlds Interpretation (MWI) of quantum mechanics and its implications for probability outcomes. Participants explore how MWI suggests that every possible outcome exists in a separate "world," yet questions arise about why we predominantly experience higher probability outcomes. The conversation highlights the complexity of reconciling deterministic MWI with the probabilistic nature of quantum mechanics, specifically referencing the Born rule as a controversial solution. Additionally, the dialogue touches on the challenges of understanding how different outcomes can have varying probabilities within the MWI framework, leading to debates about the nature of observations and their implications for reality. The discussion ultimately underscores the ongoing philosophical and scientific inquiries surrounding MWI and quantum probabilities.
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Blue Scallop said:
Dense reading.. but how does BM deal with the amplitudes and probability and how does it derive the Born Rule?
BM is discussed in many other threads. This thread is about MWI.
 

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