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deviation (in beliefs, utility, or perceived prices) is within e of expected utility theory. The number e can then be used as a … distance to the theory. We apply our methodology to three recent large-scale experiments. Many subjects in those experiments …
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This paper presents novel evidence for the prevalence of deviations from rational behavior in human decision making …
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We examine the various senses in which economist use the term “rationality” and then outline some of the commonly drawn …
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also on the decisions of others. In the present article, we review the literature on decision making made by groups of the … consistent in revealing that groups behave closer to the game-theoretical assumption of rationality and selfishness than …
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The weak rationality principle is not an empirical statement but a heuristic rule of how to proceed in social sciences …-foundation and, therefore, employ the rationality assumption in economic models. Then, with reference to the ?bounded rationality … a part of the rationality assumption. We conclude with some remarks on handling the problems of ?free will? as well as …
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We develop a behavioral macroeconomic model in which agents use simple but biased rules to forecast future output and inflation. This model generates endogenous waves of optimism and pessimism (Animal Spirits") that are generated by the correlation of biased beliefs. We contrast the dynamics of...
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not devoid of rationality. Agents in these models behave rationally in that they are willing to learn from their mistakes …
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individuals use simple rules of thumb (heuristics) to forecast the future inflation and output gap. We compare this model with the …
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in economic growth. Every macro-economic theory should attempt to explain these endemic business cycle movements. In this …
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also on the decisions of others. In the present article, we review the literature on decision making made by groups of the … consistent in revealing that groups behave closer to the game-theoretical assumption of rationality and selfishness than …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10010280824