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The Bayesian Paradigm and Tree Diagrams with Applications in Genetics
Author(s) -
Wilson S. R.
Publication year - 1997
Publication title -
biometrical journal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.108
H-Index - 63
eISSN - 1521-4036
pISSN - 0323-3847
DOI - 10.1002/bimj.4710390715
Subject(s) - tree diagram , bayesian probability , interpretation (philosophy) , conditional probability , computer science , linkage (software) , tree (set theory) , key (lock) , algorithm , mathematics , data mining , artificial intelligence , theoretical computer science , statistics , genetics , biology , posterior probability , combinatorics , computer security , gene , programming language
Probability tree diagrams are developed for the calculation and interpretation of conditional probabilities. Their use in Bayesian calculations and, most importantly, for the correct interpretation of results is described. Key practical applications to linkage analysis and evaluation of evidentiary DNA material given.