The Political Scientist Robert Axelrod Once Held a Computer Tournament

question 16

Short Answer

The political scientist Robert Axelrod once held a computer tournament designed to determine the most successful prisoner's dilemma strategy (the strategy that would win most often for the longest period of time). The winning strategy was called ________________.

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Definitions:

Bias Ply

A tire construction geometry in which the plies are laid either diagonally or at an angle of 35 degrees.

Radial Tires

Tires with reinforcing cords arranged at 90 degrees to the direction of travel, providing improved strength and performance.

Steering Axle

A rephrased definition: An axle that is designed to pivot and turn the wheels, enabling vehicle steering.

Wide-Base Singles

Single truck tires designed to replace sets of duals on drive and trailer axles. The current generation of these tires is designed to replace duals without incurring a weight reduction penalty.