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Bayesian Inference

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Bayesian inference is a method of statistical inference in which Bayes' theorem is used to update the probability for a hypothesis as more evidence or information becomes available.

Key Features

  • Updating probabilities based on new evidence
  • Incorporating prior knowledge
  • Flexible modeling approach

Pros

  • Can incorporate prior knowledge into analysis
  • Provides a framework for updating beliefs as new information is received
  • Useful in a wide range of applications including machine learning, finance, and medical diagnosis

Cons

  • Requires specifying prior distributions, which can be subjective and influence results
  • Can be computationally intensive for complex models

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