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by srean 22 days ago
Relatedly, a common confusion is the use of probability in ergodic and non ergodic processes. The best example I have come across is that of a million people playing Russian Roulette with a six chamber revolver, in repeat mode.

At any instant, only about 1/6th will get shot. However, your own probability will rapidly converge to 1 of being shot.

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Yes, exactly. Absorption barrier.