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The Earth, Taken Together as a Unit, May Be Considered

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The earth, taken together as a unit, may be considered one very large piece of heterogeneous matter.


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Expected Utility

A theory in economics that calculates the utility expected from a risky or uncertain choice, aiming to maximize satisfaction.

Risk-averse

A characteristic of individuals who prefer to avoid taking risks and are likely to choose options that minimize uncertainty.

Probability

The determination of the possibility that an event will happen, quantified between 0 and 1.

Expected Utility

A theory in economics that calculates the utility of an entity based on the probabilistic outcomes of its choices.

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