Luck Theory
A Philosophical Introduction to the Mathematics of Luck
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Beschreibung
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.
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.
Present a clear account of heretofore imprecise ideas Develops the mathematical theory of a significant factor in rational decision theory Treats complex issues in a clear accessible style. (Undergraduate majors in economics, business, or psychology should have no difficulty with this text)
Autor*in
Nicholas Rescher
Themen in »Luck Theory«
Mathematics and Chance Mathematics and Luck Luck and Probability Uncertainty and probability Chancy Outcome from Uncertain Outcomes Outcome Luck Assessment Win/Lose Situations and Luck in Searching Basic Luck Theorems Luck and Risk Managing Luck