A state probability when equilibrium has been reached is called
A)state probability.
B)prior probability.
C)steady state probability.
D)joint probability.

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When a system is in equilibrium, it is said to have reached a steady state, and the probabilities of being in each state at this point are called steady state probabilities. Choice A, state probability, is not specific to equilibrium, and could apply to any point in time. Choice B, prior probability, refers to probabilities before any observations or data have been gathered or analyzed, and is not related to equilibrium. Choice D, joint probability, refers to the probability of two or more events occurring together, and is also not specific to equilibrium.

A State Probability When Equilibrium Has Been Reached Is Called