14 Game theory and mutual interdependence
Learning objectives
After reading this chapter, you will be able to:
- LO1 Apply the game theory perspective to pandemic applications.
- LO2 Explain why individual decisions may not lead to optimal social outcomes.
- LO3 Discuss the principles of both strategic form and extensive form games.
- LO4 Determine whether sheltering-in-place orders impact the decision to cooperate.
- LO5 Assess the reasons that individuals may cooperate and slow the spread of disease.
- LO6 Determine the conditions in which individuals will choose vaccinations.
- LO7 Address why risk perception and policy interventions influence human behavior.
Chapter outline
- A game of survival
- Game theory and pandemic outcomes
- Principles of game ...
