Review:
Bayesian Inference
overall review score: 4.7
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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