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(from Propp[Notes 1]) In the previous problem, let [math]P[/math] be the probability that at the present time, each book is in its proper place, i.e., book [math]i[/math] is [math]i[/math]th from the top. Find a formula for [math]P[/math] in terms of the [math]p_i[/math]'s. In addition, find the least upper bound on [math]P[/math], if the [math]p_i[/math]'s are allowed to vary. Hint: First find the probability that book 1 is in the right place. Then find the probability that book 2 is in the right place, given that book 1 is in the right place. Continue.
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