Quantum Mechanical Probability Interpretation In The Mini-superspace Model Of Higher Order Gravity Theory

Abstract

It has been shown that inclusion of higher order curvature invariant terms in the Robertson-Walker minisuperspace model of the Einstein-Hilbert action leads to Schrodinger like equation, whose corresponding effective action is hermitian. Thus, it is possible to write the continuity equation in a straight forward manner, which reveals a quantum mechanical probability interpretation of the theory.

11 pages, Latex

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