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Realistic Decision Theory: Rules for Nonideal Agents in Nonideal Circumstances

By Paul Weirich

Book information

Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Year
2004
ISBN
019517125X, 9780195171259
LCC
HD30:23:W446 2004
Open Library ID
OL7391014M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
3 MB (2948304 bytes)
Pages
278\278
Orientation
no
Scanned
no
Time added
2011-08-31 04:54:40

Description

Within traditional decision theory, common decision principles -- e.g. the principle to maximize utility -- generally invoke idealization; they govern ideal agents in ideal circumstances. In Realistic Decision Theory, Paul Weirch adds practicality to decision theory by formulating principles applying to nonideal agents in nonideal circumstances, such as real people coping with complex decisions. Bridging the gap between normative demands and psychological resources, Realistic Decision Theory is essential reading for theorists seeking precise normative decision principles that acknowledge the limits and difficulties of human decision-making.

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