Quantum-Bayesian Coherence

@article{Fuchs2009QuantumBayesianC,
  title={Quantum-Bayesian Coherence},
  author={Christopher A. Fuchs and R. Schack},
  journal={arXiv: Quantum Physics},
  year={2009}
}
In a quantum-Bayesian take on quantum mechanics, the Born Rule cannot be interpreted as a rule for setting measurement-outcome probabilities from an objective quantum state. But if not, what is the role of the rule? In this paper, we argue that it should be seen as an empirical addition to Bayesian reasoning itself. Particularly, we show how to view the Born Rule as a normative rule in addition to usual Dutch-book coherence. It is a rule that takes into account how one should assign… 
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