A simple quantum model linked to a theory of decisions

• URL: http://arxiv.org/abs/2206.04918v8
• Date: Sat, 15 Oct 2022 02:39:53 GMT
• Title: A simple quantum model linked to a theory of decisions
• Authors: Inge S. Helland
• Abstract summary: It is shown that quantum mechanics as a model follows under certain specific conditions from a quite different, much simpler model. The model is based upon conceptual variables, and an important aspect is that an observer must decide on which variable to measure.
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• Abstract: This article may be seen as a summary and a final discussion of the work that the author has done in recent years on the foundation of quantum theory. It is shown that quantum mechanics as a model follows under certain specific conditions from a quite different, much simpler model. This model is connected to the mind of an observer, or to the joint minds of a group of communicating observers. The model is based upon conceptual variables, and an important aspect is that an observer (a group of observers) must decide on which variable to measure. The model is then linked more generally to a theory of decisions. The results are discussed from several angles. In particular, macroscopic consequences are treated briefly.

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