In game theory, what is the role of promises?

a. If they can be believed, promises can lead both parties to the solution.
b. Promises break the rules of game theory.
c. Promises are typically part of a deception strategy.
d. Paradoxically, promises in game theory can lead to the worst outcome for both players.


a

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a. are actually integrated summaries of facts and findings from empirical research. b. are widely accepted by many authorities in the relevant field. c. have been derived by a painstaking process of operationalizing. d. have been proved to be true.

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The "Develop the West" (xibu da kaifa) campaign is an attempt ________

A. to ease the income level inequalities by investing in infrastructure in the underdeveloped areas in western China B. to establish a provincial?level unit to give autonomous control to western China C. to establish bureaucracies based on the models that have been successful in the Western world D. to control the population of Western China through residency permits E. to ensure that economic development in China is devoid of any elements of Westernization that may harm the Chinese culture

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The principle of separation of powers, particularly with regard to an independent judiciary, is primarily associated with the writings of which political philosopher?

A. Rousseau B. Voltaire C. Thomas Hobbes D. John Stuart Mill E. Montesquieu

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In 20th-century American history, the most important minor parties were ________ parties.

A. ideological B. single-issue C. factional D. non-aligned E. reform

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