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Why do rational people make decisions that seem irrational?
Game Theory helps explain it.
In the Prisoner’s Dilemma, two people acting in self-interest both end up worse off. In the Stag Hunt, trust determines success. In the Game of Chicken, risk becomes strategy.
These models aren’t just academic; they mirror real negotiations, partnerships, and everyday trade-offs.
Once you understand incentives and equilibrium, human behavior starts making sense.
I recently broke down four classic games in simple terms.
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