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Naive Decision Making : Mathematics Applied to the Social World by T. W. Körner (2008, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-100521731631
ISBN-139780521731638
eBay Product ID (ePID)66896645
Product Key Features
Number of Pages390 Pages
Publication NameNaive Decision Making : Mathematics Applied to the Social World
LanguageEnglish
SubjectDecision-Making & Problem Solving, General, Statistics
Publication Year2008
TypeTextbook
AuthorT. W. Körner
Subject AreaMathematics, Business & Economics
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight19 Oz
Item Length8.9 in
Item Width5.9 in
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Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition22
Reviews'Naive Decision Making is a book full of pleasure. The writing is crisp, clear, and full of wit. K rner has managed to strike a nice balance between chatty and technical, between formal proofs and illustrative examples, and between breadth and depth of the topics considered. ... the decision of where to put the book on my shelf has been a theoretical one so far, as I keep lending my copy out to other people. I have already referred a number of my students and colleagues to this book, and I am sure I will refer more in the future. In short, recommending Naive Decision Making is an easy decision to make.' MAA Reviews, "This is a very well-written and enjoyable book. Körner has a great sense of humor, as evidenced by his selection of anecdotes. Highly recommended." M. Bona, University of Florida for Choice Magazine, 'Naive Decision Making is a book full of pleasure. The writing is crisp, clear, and full of wit. Krner has managed to strike a nice balance between chatty and technical, between formal proofs and illustrative examples, and between breadth and depth of the topics considered. … the decision of where to put the book on my shelf has been a theoretical one so far, as I keep lending my copy out to other people. I have already referred a number of my students and colleagues to this book, and I am sure I will refer more in the future. In short, recommending Naive Decision Making is an easy decision to make.' MAA Reviews, "Naive Decision Making is a book full of pleasure. The writing is crisp, clear, and full of wit. Körner has managed to strike a nice balance between chatty and technical, between formal proofs and illustrative examples, and between breadth and depth of the topics considered. I have already referred a number of my students and colleagues to this book, and I am sure I will refer more in the future. In short, recommending Naive Decision Making is an easy decision to make." Darren Glass, MAA Reviews, 'The author presents various aspects of mathematical decisions using not only realistic examples but also jokes, games, quotations, etc. ... The book can serve as a supplementary text for undergraduate courses in probability, game theory and decision making. Moreover, many exercises are included with solutions available online.' EMS Newsletter, 'Although often tongue-in-cheek and unafraid of iconoclasm, the book is a true educational resource, an invigorating, entertaining, and thoughtful introduction to many important mathematical topics.' Mathematics Today, 'Naive Decision Making is a book full of pleasure. The writing is crisp, clear, and full of wit. Körner has managed to strike a nice balance between chatty and technical, between formal proofs and illustrative examples, and between breadth and depth of the topics considered. ... the decision of where to put the book on my shelf has been a theoretical one so far, as I keep lending my copy out to other people. I have already referred a number of my students and colleagues to this book, and I am sure I will refer more in the future. In short, recommending Naive Decision Making is an easy decision to make.' MAA Reviews, 'The author presents various aspects of mathematical decisions using not only realistic examples but also jokes, games, quotations, etc. … The book can serve as a supplementary text for undergraduate courses in probability, game theory and decision making. Moreover, many exercises are included with solutions available online.' EMS Newsletter, 'This is a highly readable and erudite book that will excite anyone prepared to open their mind to the ways in which a mathematical approach can help us make better choices in an uncertain world.' Significance
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal519.542
Table Of ContentIntroduction; 1. A day at the races; 2. The long run; 3. The virtue of insurance; 4. Passing the time; 5. A pack of cards; 6. Other people; 7. Simple games; 8. Points of agreement; 9. Long duels; 10. A night at the casino; 11. Prophecy; 12. Final reflections; A. The logarithm; B. Cardano; C. Huygens's problems; D. Hints on pronunciation; Index.
SynopsisHow should one choose the best restaurant to eat in? Can one really make money at gambling? Or predict the future? Naive Decision Making presents the mathematical basis for making decisions where the outcome may be uncertain or the interests of others have to taken into consideration. Professor Körner takes the reader on an enjoyable journey through many aspects of mathematical decision making, with pithy observations, anecdotes and quotations. Topics include probability, statistics, Arrow's theorem, Game Theory and Nash equilibrium. Readers will also gain a great deal of insight into mathematics in general and the role it can play within society. Intended for those with elementary calculus, this book is ideal as a supplementary text for undergraduate courses in probability, game theory and decision making. Engaging and intriguing, it will also appeal to all those of a mathematical mind. To aid understanding, many exercises are included, with solutions available online., How should one choose the best restaurant to eat in? Can one really predict the future? Professor Körner presents the mathematical basis for making good decisions. Readers will gain insight into mathematics in general as they are taken on an enjoyable journey through aspects of mathematical decision making., How should one choose the best restaurant to eat in? Can one really make money at gambling? Or predict the future? Naive Decision Making presents the mathematical basis for making everyday decisions, which my often be based on very little or uncertain data. Professor K rner takes the reader on an enjoyable journey through many aspects of mathematical decision making, with relatable observations, anecdotes and quotations. Topics include probability, statistics, Arrow's theorem, Game Theory and Nash equilibrium. Readers will also gain a great deal of insight into mathematics in general and the role it can play within society. Suitable for those with elementary calculus, this book is ideal as a supplementary text for undergraduate courses in probability, game theory and decision making. Engaging and intriguing, it will also appeal to all those of a mathematical mind. To aid understanding, many exercises are included, with solutions available online.
LC Classification NumberQA279.4
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