The Players in a Game Theory Situation Often Do Not

question 2

Multiple Choice

The players in a game theory situation often do not act in their joint interest because of which of the following?

• A) Players strive to minimise their opponents' profits.
• B) They do not realise the benefit of cooperation.
• C) Players understand the game but they do not know which action(s) will benefit their joint interest.
• D) Players do not understand the game and its payoffs.
• E) It is not in each player's self-interest to cooperate.

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