A Person Is Dynamically Consistent If

question 32

Multiple Choice

A person is dynamically consistent if:

• A) lapses in his self-control never occur.
• B) his preferences over the alternatives available at some future date do not change as the date approaches or once it arrives.
• C) he always wants to follow through on his plans and intentions.
• D) All of these are necessary for dynamic consistency.

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Definitions:

Existential Instantiation

A logical rule asserting that if an existential statement is true, there is at least one specific instance of its subject that satisfies its predicate.

Universal Instantiation

A logical rule that allows for the deduction of a particular instance of a statement from a universal statement.

Existential Generalization

A logical operation that infers the existence of at least one individual satisfying a certain property from a specific instance.

Quantifier Negation

The process of applying negation to a quantified statement, potentially altering its meaning significantly.