Continuous Chance Node
A continuous chance node (or CG node = continuous Gaussian
node) represents a random variable with a Gaussian (normal) conditional distribution
function. A continuous chance node can be added to the current
network by activating the continuous chance
tool and clicking somewhere in the network
pane.
Currently, there are some restrictions to the use of continuous chance
nodes, partly because the underlying theory is still being developed. The
restrictions are listed below:
- The only continuous chance nodes currently supported represent
variables with Gaussian (normal) distribution functions.
- A continuous chance node cannot be parent of a discrete chance
node.
- Continuous nodes cannot be used in influence diagrams. That is,
continuous nodes cannot exist in a network also containing utility nodes or decision nodes.
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