Mind-Bending Math & GamesGame Theory
The Prisoner's Dilemma
Two people acting smart can both end up worse off
In a group project, everyone gains if everyone works. So why do people slack off anyway?
You'll find out
- Why betraying looks smart every time
- The bot that won without beating anyone
- Why meeting again changes everything
Why it matters
From group projects to price wars, one little game explains when people cooperate and when they don't.
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