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On quantum theory of constrained systems

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The prescription for quantization of constrained systems in which the elimination of nonphysical variables is not unambiguous is presented. The simple example is added to illustrate the use of the presented procedure of quantization.

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We like to thank J. Tolar for the stimulating and helpful discussion and many interesting comments.

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Pažma, V. On quantum theory of constrained systems. Czech J Phys 32, 723–730 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01596824

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