“It follows that the word probability, in its mathematical acceptance, has reference to the state of our knowledge of the circumstances under which an event may happen or fail. With the degree of information we possess concerning the circumstances of an event, the reason we have to think that it will occur, or, to use a single term, our expectation of it will vary. Probability is the expectation founded upon partial knowledge.”
Quote by George Boole
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An Investigation of the Laws of Thought
This book delves into the nature of thought and reasoning, examining the laws that govern logical processes and their application in various fields of knowledge. more
Author
George Boole
George Boole was a renowned mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of mathematical logic and Boolean algebra. Born on November 2, 1815, and passing away on December 8, 1864, his work had a profound impact on the development of computer science and electronic engineering. more
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