More on self-recommending decision theories

Curious whether a decision theory would pick itself? I compute outcomes across 194,481 two-world decision problems, utilities 0 to 20, a uniform prior, credence p, and risk functions. The results show many risk-weighted expected utility (REU) rules are not self-recommending, only r1 matches expected utility theory, and the Gamma-Maximin rule for imprecise probabilities also fails to rec

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Rolly's Take

This blog resonates with those who find solace in the labyrinth of thought and seek to navigate the complexities of decision-making. It speaks to the curious mind, one that interrogates the very frameworks of judgment and is eager to explore the nuances of self-recommending theories. If you relish pondering the interplay between uncertainty and choice, enjoying the meticulous dance of probabilities and utilities, this space invites you to reflect deeply on what it means to make a decision with the weight of one’s own reasoning. Here, the exploration is not merely academic; it’s a contemplative journey into the heart of rationality and the human experience.