Sets of Probability Distributions and Independence
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This paper discusses concepts of independence and their relationship with convexity assumptions in the theory of sets of probability distributions. The paper offers an organized review of the literature and some new ideas (on regular conditional independence and exchangeability/“strong independence”). Finally, the connection between recent developments on the axiomatization of non-binary preferences, and its impact on “strict” independence, are analyzed.
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تاریخ انتشار 2008