A. Questions for Submission

4.1 Wave-Particle Duality

  1. In what sense is definite momentum a superposition of definite position states?
  2. In what sense is definite position a superposition of definite momentum states?
  3. Draw a wavepacket without position or momentum. What determines the probability that it will correspond to a measurement outcome in a given location in space?

4.2. Irreducible Probability

  1. Describe Einstein's concern about irreducible probabilities.
  2. Does quantum indeterminism demand any particular account of causation? Why or why not?

B. For Further Discussion (Optional)

The Measurement Problem

  1. What is the measurement problem?
  2. Describe and evaluate the "Many Worlds" response.
  3. Describe and evaluate the "pilot wave" response.