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Markov Chains & Long-Run Behavior · Challenge problem

A two-state Markov chain with unknown transition matrix starts in state 1. The probability of being in state 1 is 0.80.8 after one step and 0.70.7 after two steps. What is the long-run probability of state 1? Express your answer as a common fraction.