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| Authors: |
Anatol Rapoport |
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Mathematics |
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Format: Paperback, 229 Publisher: Dover Pubns (January 20, 1999) Measurements: 8.75"(h) x 5.5"(w) x 0.5"(d), 0.55 lbs. ISBN: 9780486406862 |
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Game theory is to games of strategy what probability theory is to games of chance. This nontechnical presentation of the essential ideas of two-person game theory demonstrates how mathematics can be applied to the study of human behavior and decision-making. Readers with a basic knowledge of algebra and simple analytic geometry can easily follow the author's explanations of such concepts as "utility, " "strategy, " "mixed strategy, " and the difference between "non zero" and "zero-sum" games. As they come t understand these and other aspects of game theory, readers will discover fascinating links between amusements like chess and tic-tac-toe and larger issues such as politics, economic struggles, and war -- even the battle of the sexes. |
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