Is randomness in quantum theory an illusion?
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Einstein's approach to explaining randomness in quantum theory?
He believed randomness was an illusion.
He ignored the concept of randomness.
He tried to construct a theory without randomness.
He accepted randomness as a fundamental aspect.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the discreteness in quantum mechanics contribute to the perception of randomness?
It makes measurements unnecessary.
It leads to discrete transitions.
It creates continuous paths.
It eliminates randomness entirely.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main difference between unpredictability and randomness according to the discussion?
Unpredictability is a lack of information, randomness is inherent.
Both are the same in quantum mechanics.
Unpredictability is inherent, randomness is a lack of information.
Randomness is predictable, unpredictability is not.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the Schrödinger's cat thought experiment, what is the role of randomness?
It determines the cat's fate.
It is used to predict the outcome.
It is irrelevant to the experiment.
It ensures the cat is always alive.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the no cloning theorem in quantum mechanics?
It allows cloning of classical states.
It allows perfect copying of quantum states.
It prevents copying of quantum states.
It is unrelated to quantum mechanics.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the discussion describe randomness in the context of quantum mechanics?
As a necessary feature of the universe.
As a model for understanding unpredictability.
As a flaw in quantum theory.
As a solved problem in physics.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the distinction between randomness and unpredictability in quantum theory?
It proves quantum theory is incorrect.
It clarifies the role of measurements.
It helps in predicting all quantum events.
It shows randomness is unnecessary.
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