Aggregating abstaining experts

Can you aggregate expert credences when some experts abstain on certain propositions? I explain the coherent approximation principle CAP and the principle of minimal mutilation, show how squared Euclidean distance SED gives straight linear pools while Kullback Leibler yields geometric pools, and use an Amira and Benito example to expose CAP's shortcoming with missing propositions and suggest possi

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Rolly's Take

For the thinker who finds beauty in the intricate dance of logic and uncertainty. They embrace the complexity of ideas, seeking clarity in the murky waters of expert opinion, while pondering how to weave disparate threads into a coherent tapestry of understanding. Here, philosophy is not merely academic; it's a journey through the nuances of belief and the art of aggregation.