Theorem 1.0.1 (Properties of probability measure) Let
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| (2) Finite sub-additivity: |
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(3)Monotonicity: if
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| (4)Boole's inequality (Countable sub-additivity): |
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| (5)Inclusion - exclusion formula: |
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| (6)Continuity property: |
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