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The scientists of the seventeenth century constructed a new worldview; the philosophes of the eighteenth century popularized it. How? Why did the philosophes pursue this effort?
Regret Aversion
A behavior in decision-making where individuals or entities tend to avoid actions that could potentially lead to regret in the future.
Sentiment-based Risk
The risk of making investment decisions based on market sentiment rather than fundamental analysis.
Noise Trader
An investor who makes buy and sell decisions without the use of fundamental data, contributing to market volatility.
Aversion to Ambiguity
Aversion to ambiguity refers to an individual's tendency to avoid choices or decisions when information is unclear or incomplete, reflecting a preference for certainty.
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