Game Theory: A Guide to Game Theory, Strategy, Economics, and Success!
By Chris Wilson
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GAME THEORY
For game theorists, a game is the interaction between two or more people wherein the payoff for each person is affected by the actions and decisions of other participants.
Game theory can be used to assess and decide upon the best decision that should be made in a variety of sit
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Game Theory - Chris Wilson
Introduction
Thank you for taking the time to pick up this book about game theory!
For game theorists, a game is the interaction between two or more people wherein the payoff for each person is affected by the actions and decisions of other participants.
Game theory can be used to assess and decide upon the best decision that should be made in a variety of situations. As you will discover in the following chapters, it can be used to improve outcomes in board games, psychology, politics, business, and more!
By studying, understanding, and implementing some game theory strategies into your life, you can greatly improve outcomes in all areas. This can result in better relationships, improved health, and more success at work and in business.
Once again, thanks for choosing this book. I hope that you enjoy learning about the fascinating science of game theory, and its many facets and applications!
Chapter 1 - Learning the Basics of Game theory
What is game theory?
Game theory involves studying the mathematical models or systems of cooperation or conflict between rational decision-makers. The mathematical models studied in game theory allow one to identify which decisions should be made, while considering the possible action that will be taken by other participants of the game. It aims to analyze every possible decision that other participants can take and how it will affect you, which in turn can help you choose the action brings the best benefit or outcome.
Before game theory was applied to different fields of study, it was first applied to zero-sum games. However, the exploration of this concept by John von Neumann and other experts turned it into a theory that could also be used in other fields.
Today, it’s considered as the science of making logical decisions for humans, animals, and even computers.
How did this theory develop?
The first discussion on what could possibly be considered as game theory started from the letter of Charles Waldegrave, an active Jacobite and British diplomat in 1713. His letter contained a strategy on how to minimize one’s loss even if they were faced with the worst case scenario, while playing the two-player version of Le Her, a classic French card game.
Game theory’s influence in economics started with James Madison, one of the founding fathers of the United States. He made a game theory-like analysis on the different ways in which states can behave depending on the system of taxation that will be used.
Game theory started to exist as a unique field of study in 1928, when John von Neumann published a paper that made use of a mathematical theorem in applying his main idea. The theorem he used was also applicable to mathematical economics, which somehow explains why game theory and economics are related.
A huge development in game theory was observed in the 1950s, as this is when certain concepts such as the Nash equilibrium, Shapley value, different types of games, and the application of game theory in other fields of study such as political science and philosophy all happened.
Even now, game theory is still being developed. Experts are getting awards for providing substantial improvements and additions to the theory, helping it to keep up with the change of times.
What is a game in game theory?
For game theorists, a game is the interaction between two or more people wherein the payoff for each person is affected by the actions and decisions of other participants.
One element present in a game is rules. No matter what type of game is being described, the following rules are always observed:
Point of the game – any game has its stakes and it specifies the condition that should be met to determine who wins.
Participants – a game cannot be played without determining who are qualified to become participants or players
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Field of play – this rule specifies the actions that are required for players, which actions they