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A biological basis for expected and non-expected utility

Authors :
Robson, Arthur J.
Source :
Journal of Economic Theory. Feb, 1996, Vol. 68 Issue 2, p397, 28 p.
Publication Year :
1996

Abstract

A biological model used in maximizing expected offspring is used in evaluating the gambling attitudes toward commodities. The model indicates that the biological and economic requisites are similar in a fixed environment while the biological model is less susceptible to individual attitude towards risks. This deviation implies the importance of risk evaluation in determining the maximum utilities in gambling over commodities.

Details

ISSN :
00220531
Volume :
68
Issue :
2
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Journal of Economic Theory
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.18220158