Deriving Stirling's approximation using the Poisson distribution

· Abstract Nonsense · Sept. 2, 2026, 7:06 a.m.
Stirling's approximation Poisson distribution Factorial analysis Information theory
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The author presents a novel derivation of Stirling's approximation for factorials through the lens of Poisson random variables, inspired by concepts in information theory, and adds insights from their previous work. The post emphasizes creative mathematical insights rather than just traditional exposition.
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