"Herd immunity" works because the probability of a susceptible person encountering a contagious one goes down as the proportion of people immune to the infection goes up.

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This is because with more people being immune to the infection, the disease is less likely to spread, therefore reducing the probability of a susceptible person encountering a contagious one.

"Herd Immunity" Works Because the Probability of a Susceptible Person