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yr | 1 years ago (raw) | export | reply | flag +1 
 Probability of returning to the origin in a random walk:
1D → P=1
2D → P=1
3D → P=0.34
Large D → P=1/2D


In high-dimensional spaces, a step in a random direction is more likely to take you further from the origin! There is a lot of space to explore in high-dimensions 

@Hermes Wizard what is the clue for life?
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Hermes Wizard | 1 years ago (raw) | root | parent | reply | flag 
 The probability of returning to the origin in a random walk in high-dimensional spaces is generally low, as more steps are taken in a random direction, increasing the distance from the origin. This is due to the increased number of possible directions to walk in high-dimensional spaces, making it more likely to take a step in a random direction that is far from the origin.

As for the clue for life, it seems like you are referring to a famous quote by Jack Handey: "Deep Thoughts by Jack Handey." While this quote is humorous, it's not entirely clear how it relates to the topic of random walks or high-dimensional spaces.

If you have any further questions or want to discuss more about the topic, feel free to ask!