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  2. Sir Philip Sidney game - Wikipedia

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    In biology and game theory, the Sir Philip Sidney game is used as a model for the evolution and maintenance of informative communication between relatives. Developed by John Maynard Smith as a model for chick begging behavior, it has been studied extensively including the development of many modified versions.

  3. Game theory - Wikipedia

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    The 2008 novel The Dark Forest by Liu Cixin explores the relationship between extraterrestrial life, humanity, and game theory. Joker, the prime antagonist in the 2008 film The Dark Knight presents game theory concepts—notably the prisoner's dilemma in a scene where he asks passengers in two different ferries to bomb the other one to save ...

  4. Len Fisher - Wikipedia

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    How to Dunk a Doughnut: The Science of Everyday Life (2002) Weighing the Soul: The Evolution of Scientific Ideas (2004) Rock, Paper, Scissors: Game Theory in Everyday Life (2008) [14] The Perfect Swarm: The Science of Complexity in Everyday Life (2009) [15] Crashes, Crises and Calamities: How We Can Use Science to Read the Early-Warning Signs ...

  5. List of games in game theory - Wikipedia

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    Constant sum: A game is a constant sum game if the sum of the payoffs to every player are the same for every single set of strategies. In these games, one player gains if and only if another player loses. A constant sum game can be converted into a zero sum game by subtracting a fixed value from all payoffs, leaving their relative order unchanged.

  6. List of game theorists - Wikipedia

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    John Harsanyi – equilibrium theory (Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences in 1994) Monika Henzinger – algorithmic game theory and information retrieval; John Hicks – general equilibrium theory (including Kaldor–Hicks efficiency) Naira Hovakimyan – differential games and adaptive control; Peter L. Hurd – evolution of aggressive ...

  7. Pet humanization - Wikipedia

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    Pets receive regular check-ups, vaccinations and even medical treatments that were once uncommon. Pets may have a wide array of accessories such as clothing, collars, leashes, and even designer items. Luxurious pet accommodations, such as elaborate pet beds or specialized animal furniture, may be used. Pets are provided with toys, entertainment ...

  8. Evolutionary game theory - Wikipedia

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    Evolutionary game theory differs from classical game theory in focusing more on the dynamics of strategy change. [2] This is influenced by the frequency of the competing strategies in the population. [3] Evolutionary game theory has helped to explain the basis of altruistic behaviours in Darwinian evolution.

  9. Information set (game theory) - Wikipedia

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    The first game is simply sequential―when player 2 makes a choice, both parties are already aware of whether player 1 has chosen O(pera) or F(ootball). The second game is also sequential, but the dotted line shows player 2's information set. This is the common way to show that when player 2 moves, he or she is not aware of what player 1 did.