A generalized measure of information (uncertainty, entropy) for discrete probability distributions was introduced in 1991 by this author. Certain parameter restrictions were specified. However, as discussed in the present paper, additional parameter restrictions are necessary to ensure that the new measure possesses certain important properties. Some special cases of the measure are mentioned.
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