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This chapter explains game theory and its concepts in simple terms for those readers not familiar with this mathematical tool. Different forms of games are explained, and the most important classes/types of games for understanding the later chapters are introduced and discussed.
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The symbols chosen are easy to use: U = Up; D = Down; L = Left; R = Right.
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Reniers, G., Pavlova, Y. (2013). Introduction into Strategic Decision-Making. In: Using Game Theory to Improve Safety within Chemical Industrial Parks. Springer Series in Reliability Engineering. Springer, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4471-5052-7_3
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