There Is an Option of Paying $100 to Have Research

question 66

Multiple Choice

There is an option of paying $100 to have research done to better predict which state of nature will occur.When the true state of nature is S1,the research will accurately predict S1 60% of the time.When the true state of nature is S2,the research will accurately predict S2 80% of the time.
-What is the expected value of perfect information?

• A)40
• B)45
• C)75
• D)85
• E)100

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Definitions:

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Erikson’s term for lack of clarity in one’s life roles (due to failure to develop ego identity).

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