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In probability theory and in particular in information theory, total correlation is one of several generalizations of the mutual information. It is also known as the multivariate constraint or multiinformation. It quantifies the redundancy or dependency among a set of n random variables. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Total correlationA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Quantifying total correlations in quantum systems through the Pearson correlation coefficientInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Wahrheit und MethodeThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Correlation of whole-body impedance with total body water volume.Cited 376 times
  5. Go sideways: Mutual informationA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Dual total correlationA closely related topic

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