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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory

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Gain some insight into the game of life...
Game Theory means rigorous strategic thinking. It is based on the idea that everyone acts competitively and in his own best interest. With the help of mathematical models, it is possible to anticipate the actions of others in nearly all life's enterprises. This book includes down-to- earth examples and solutions, as well as charts and illustrations designed to help teach the concept. In "The Complete Idiot's Guide(r) to Game Theory," Dr. Edward C. Rosenthal makes it easy to understand game theory with insights into:
a[ The history of the disciple made popular by John Nash, the mathematician dramatized in the film "A Beautiful Mind"
a[ The role of social behavior and psychology in this amazing discipline
a[ How important game theory has become in our society and why

Author Biography:

Edward C. Rosenthal, PhD, is an award-winning professor at Temple University in the Fox School of Business, where he has taught courses in logistics, game theory, and production management to both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Dr. Rosenthal is the author of The Complete Idiot's Guide to Game Theory, which author William Poundstone described as providing "a perfect introduction to an ever-vital topic."
Release date Australia
March 1st, 2011
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Country of Publication
United Kingdom
Imprint
Alpha
Pages
384
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Dimensions
187x232x21
ISBN-13
9781615640553
Product ID
9786636

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