Simple unified form for the major no-hidden-variables theorems

N. David Mermin
Phys. Rev. Lett. 65, 3373 – Published 31 December 1990
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Abstract

Two examples are given that substantially simplify the no-hidden-variables theorem of Kochen and Specker, greatly reducing the number of observables considered and requiring no intricate geometric argument. While one of the examples also obeys a more powerful version of Bell’s theorem, the other does not. The examples provide a new perspective on both of these fundamental theorems and on the relation between them.

  • Received 9 October 1990

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevLett.65.3373

©1990 American Physical Society

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N. David Mermin

  • Laboratory of Atomic and Solid State Physics, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 14853-2501

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Vol. 65, Iss. 27 — 31 December 1990

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