Probability rate of calculation

In summary, Simon asks about the calculation of particle interactions and the speed at which it takes place. Hilbert2 explains that when simulating a physical system, the calculation can take a non-zero amount of time and can vary depending on the number of particles involved. However, in nature, there is no evidence that time is needed for these calculations to occur.
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Simontmitchell
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Hi all
I'm sure this has been asked before and I'm hoping someone be kind enough to direct me to the answer. Which is probably 'you're question is nuts' :)
Particles interact with each other and this affects the probability of where they are? Right so far I hope. This probability has to be calculated somehow (by the particle)? What is the speed of the calculation? Infinite?
Thank you
Simon
 
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If you simulate a physical system with a computer, it takes some non-zero time to calculate the dynamics. Sometimes it's possible to do the computation in ##\textit{polynomial time}##, meaning that the time requirement grows no faster than some power of the number of particles in the system. Sometimes the time requirement grows exponentially.

Nature itself does not need time to "calculate" what to do, at least there is no evidence that it would.
 
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Hi Hilbert2
Really appreciate you taking the time!
Thank you very much
Simon
 

FAQ: Probability rate of calculation

What is probability rate of calculation?

Probability rate of calculation is a measure of the likelihood that a certain event will occur. It is a numerical value between 0 and 1, where 0 represents impossibility and 1 represents certainty.

Why is probability rate of calculation important?

Probability rate of calculation is important because it helps us make informed decisions by understanding the likelihood of different outcomes. It is also a key concept in many fields of science, including statistics, economics, and psychology.

How is probability rate of calculation calculated?

The calculation of probability rate involves dividing the number of desired outcomes by the total number of possible outcomes. For example, if we want to know the probability of rolling a 4 on a standard die, we would divide 1 (the number of desired outcomes) by 6 (the total number of possible outcomes) to get a probability rate of 1/6 or approximately 0.167.

What are the different types of probability rate of calculation?

There are three main types of probability rate of calculation: theoretical, empirical, and subjective. Theoretical probability is based on mathematical analysis and assumes that all outcomes are equally likely. Empirical probability is based on observed data and involves calculating the frequency of an event occurring. Subjective probability is based on personal beliefs or opinions.

How can probability rate of calculation be used in real life?

Probability rate of calculation can be used in many real-life situations, such as predicting the likelihood of a stock market crash, estimating the chances of winning a game of chance, or determining the risk of a certain disease. It can also be used to make decisions in situations where there is uncertainty, such as in business or investing.

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