Choices consistent with expected utility theory


Question 1: According to prospect theory, which is preferred?

1. Prospect A or B
Decision (i) Choose between

A. (.80, $50, $0)
B. (.4, $100, $0)

2. Prospect C or D?

Decision (ii) Choose between:

C. (.00002, $500,000, $0) and
D. (.00001, $1,000,000, $0)

Question 2: Are these choices consistent with expected utility theory? Why or why not?

Question 3: Rex is a smart fellow. He gets an A in a course 80% of the time. Still, he likes his leisure, only studying for the final exam in half of the courses he takes. Nevertheless, when he does study, he is almost sure (95% likely) to get an A. Assuming he got an A, how likely is it he studied? If someone estimates the above to be 75%, what error are they committing? Explain

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