The Power of Endless Time: What Does It Mean for Probability?

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The discussion centers on the concept of "Endless" or infinite time, positing that if time is indeed infinite, then every event with a finite probability, regardless of how minuscule, is bound to occur eventually. This idea raises philosophical implications about the nature of time and reality. The conversation also touches on the need for adherence to forum guidelines, indicating that the topic may have been deemed inappropriate for the current forum and suggesting a shift to a more suitable philosophical context.
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The Power of "Endless" Time

If time is "Endless", or infinite if you prefer, then anything with a finite probability, no matter how small, will happen.

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Fluxman said:
If time is "Endless", or infinite if you prefer, then anything with a finite probability, no matter how small, will happen.

More later.
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