We examine whether biases identified in the behavioral-economics literature apply in decision-making for others (DMfO …). We conduct a laboratory experiment in which subjects make decision on behalf of themselves and others in eighteen tasks …

incentivized decision task involves Bayesian assessments where participants may use existing (base rate) as well as new information … diet improved decision making relative to those who reported following No Diet. Our data fail to support these hypotheses …. In fact, we found some evidence that adherence to a No Sugar Diet predicted a reduced decision accuracy and was connected …

inequality, whereas low-wage female workers reduce labor supply only if unequal pay is due to gender-discriminatory chances. Our …

One of the central concerns in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) has been the reduction of poverty and inequality … economic growth, increases the income of the poor, and reduces inequality. This paper studies the effects of financial …