An Introduction to Game-Theoretic Modelling

Mike. Mesterton-Gibbons

ISBN 10: 0201554488 / ISBN 13: 9780201554489

Published by Addison-Wesley, 1992

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: An Introduction to Game-Theoretic Modelling
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley
• Publication Date: 1992
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0201554488
• ISBN 13: 9780201554489
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: First printing.
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Mathematics

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Synopsis

The emphasis of this book is on self-discovery. In a unified manner, the book deals with the central concepts of both classical and evolutionary game theory. It includes chapters on Nash equilibrium and other solution concepts for noncooperative games; on evolutionary stability and other criteria for equilibrium selection; on cooperative games in strategic form; and on the prisoner's dilemma and the rationality of cooperation. The key ideas are illustrated throughout by well-chosen examples of both human and non-human behavior. Examples include car pooling, motorists at a crossroad, store managers fixing prices, sex allocation, spiders competing for web sites, and insects foraging for oviposition sites. There are numerous exercises, many with solutions.

Synopsis

An introduction to game theory from the perspective of mathematical modelling in the life, social, and management sciences. Assumes a familiarity with probability, differential equations and intangible quantity. Illustrated with a wide range of examples. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.