In Bayesian Analysis, to what degree(s) does:
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“Probability” mean prediction(s) of a future event(s), and
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“Likelihood” means an assessment of the cause(s) of a
past event(s)?
Assuming the percentages below are known to be accurate from prior knowledge; for example:
*IF a stack of wood in a fireplace is lit on fire, THEN the probability of observable smoke exiting the chimney is 84%. (Allows for the smoke-producing properties of various types of wood.)
IF smoke is observed exiting the chimney, THEN the likelihood smoke-producing wood was lit afire in the fireplace is 99%.
Do the above examples accurately portray the difference between “Probability as Prediction” vs. “Likelihood as Explanation”?
Your thoughts?