Cooperation wins, even if you lose every time
3 min readApr 23, 2024
The most famous problem in game theory is called “ The Prisoner’s Dilemma “, and you’ve likely seen it play out in game shows over the years. In game shows, it often comes down to the final two players with a secret vote to split the pot or try to take more for themselves, and the logic behind making the “right” choice can be very challenging.