probability density

noun

: probability density function
also : a particular value of a probability density function

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The output is an occupancy grid approximation of a probability density function over the locations of people that are actively seeking interaction with the robot. Erico Guizzo, IEEE Spectrum, 2 June 2017

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1931, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of probability density was in 1931

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“Probability density.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/probability%20density. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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