How does expected utility theory explain seemingly irrational decisions, such as Saddam Hussein's decision in 1991 not to withdraw forces from Kuwait?

a. It cannot explain these irrational decisions.
b. It explains these decisions by blaming flawed decision making.
c. In these types of decisions, the decision maker was choosing between a certain loss and a possible victory.
d. In these types of decisions, the decision maker was motivated by something other than expected utility.


c

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