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Preferred term

game theory

Is replaced by

game theory

Definition

[Henderson's] mathematical theory concerned with determining the optimal strategy in situations of competition or conﬂict. This theory can be applied to the relationships within a community, and the computer simulation of such relationships to determine winning strategies can help to throw light on ecological and social relationships and their evolution.

Broader concept

deprecated concept

Entry terms

game theories
games theories
games theory
gaming theory

Scope note

MS Academic Keywords

Creator

https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2195-3997

URI

http://vocabs.lter-europe.net/EnvThes/msa0480

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Created 8/3/16, last modified 3/21/22

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