Luck theory : a philosophical introduction to the mathematics of luck
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Luck theory : a philosophical introduction to the mathematics of luck
（Logic, argumentation & reasoning : interdisciplinary perspectives from the humanities and social sciences, v. 20）
Springer, c2021
- : [hbk]
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 83-87) and index
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Description
This book is an original-the first-ever treatment of the mathematics of Luck. Setting out from the principle that luck can be measured by the gap between reasonable expectation and eventual realization, the book develops step-by-step a mathematical theory that accommodates the entire range of our pre-systematic understanding of the way in which luck functions in human affairs. In so moving from explanatory exposition to mathematical treatment, the book provides a clear and accessible account of the way in which luck assessment enters into the calculations of rational decision theory.
Table of Contents
1. Chancy Outcome from Uncertain Outcomes.- 2. Outcome Luck Assessment.- 3. Some Illustrative Examples.- 4. Win/Lose Situations and Luck in Searching.- 5. Basic Luck Theorems.- 6. Luck and Risk.- 7. Managing Luck.- Appendix: Assessing Various Critiques.
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