Quantum measurement with incomplete basis?

In summary, the lecture discusses simple form of Bell inequalities for three binary variables and an example of a state that violates these inequalities according to quantum mechanics. The question is then posed about the probability distribution when measuring two of the three variables. The lecture also discusses the possibility of normalizing the probabilities, but concludes that this is not possible without making assumptions. However, it is noted that the ratios between the values can still be compared.
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In page 9 of http://www.theory.caltech.edu/people/preskill/ph229/notes/chap4.pdf we can find simple form of Bell inequalities for three binary variables:
$$ P(A=B) + P(A=C) + P(B=C) \geq 1 $$
which is kind of obvious: "This is satisfied by any probability distribution for the three coins because no matter what the values of the coins, there will always be two that are the same."
This lecture also contains example of state for which QM gives P(A=B) + P(A=C) + P(B=C) =3/4 violation.

For Bell violation by MERW, I wanted to construct an example of its violation using only real non-negative amplitudes, getting this candidate (|ABC>):
$$\psi=(|001\rangle + |010\rangle +|100\rangle +|011\rangle +|101\rangle +|110\rangle)/\sqrt{6}$$
The question is: what is the probability distribution when measuring two out of three such variables?
The interesting basis for measuring first two variables (AB, taking trace over C), is:
$$n_{00}=(|000\rangle+|001\rangle) /\sqrt{2}\qquad
n_{01}=(|010\rangle+|011\rangle) / \sqrt{2}$$
$$n_{10}=(|100\rangle+|101\rangle ) / \sqrt{2}\qquad
n_{11}=(|110\rangle+|111\rangle) / \sqrt{2}$$
getting
$$|\langle n_{00}|\psi\rangle|^2=1/12\quad
|\langle n_{01}|\psi\rangle|^2=4/12 \quad
|\langle n_{10}|\psi\rangle|^2=4/12 \quad
|\langle n_{11}|\psi\rangle|^2=1/12 $$
However, as this basis is not complete, instead of 1, these four possibilities sum to 10/12.
Can we normalize by this 10/12?
Getting probability of 00 as 1/10, and finally violation to P(A=B) + P(A=C) + P(B=C) = 6/10?
 
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A Bell test needs to take into account runs that are discarded or missed (e.g. ones that return a wrong extra measurement result that you don't want). Otherwise the inequality can be violated via the fair sampling loophole instead of via non-classical stuff.

Short answer: no, I don't think you can normalize it.
 
  • #3
Exact, you cannot normalize without a lot of assumptions.
However, you can compare the ratios between the values. They are not the same in the alternative HV theories without normalization.
 

1. What is quantum measurement with incomplete basis?

Quantum measurement with incomplete basis refers to the process of measuring a quantum system using a set of basis states that do not fully span the Hilbert space of the system. This means that not all possible outcomes of the measurement can be obtained, and some information about the state of the system remains unknown.

2. Why is quantum measurement with incomplete basis important?

Quantum measurement with incomplete basis is important because it allows us to study and manipulate complex quantum systems that cannot be fully described by a complete basis. This is especially relevant in applications such as quantum computing, where the use of incomplete basis can lead to more efficient algorithms and better performance.

3. How is quantum measurement with incomplete basis different from traditional measurement?

In traditional measurement, the basis used to measure a system is typically complete, meaning that all possible outcomes can be obtained. In quantum measurement with incomplete basis, the basis is not complete, and therefore not all possible outcomes can be measured.

4. What are some challenges of performing quantum measurement with incomplete basis?

One of the main challenges of performing quantum measurement with incomplete basis is the limited information that can be obtained about the state of the system. This can make it difficult to accurately predict the outcome of a measurement and can also lead to errors in the measurement process.

5. Are there any advantages to using incomplete basis in quantum measurement?

Yes, there are several advantages to using incomplete basis in quantum measurement. For example, it can allow for more efficient and accurate measurements of complex systems, and can also lead to improved performance in quantum information processing tasks. Additionally, using incomplete basis can provide insight into the underlying structure of quantum systems.

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