Optimal distinction between non-orthogonal quantum states

Abstract

Given a finite set of linearly independent quantum states, an observer who examines a single quantum system may sometimes identify its state with certainty. However, unless these quantum states are orthogonal, there is a finite probability of failure. A complete solution is given to the problem of optimal distinction of three states, having arbitrary prior probabilities and arbitrary detection values. A generalization to more than three states is outlined.

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• Unambiguous Discrimination Between Linearly-Independent Quantum States

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