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Rational Choice in an Uncertain World

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The book is well structured, with each chapter demonstrating one aspect of how irrationality keeps creeping up in our day to day decision making. The style is clear an pleasant.

Highly recommanded.

In a simple style, rich with examples, Dawes explains many aspects of how simple principles of rationality can help resolve otherwise complex choice situations.

this is an excellent book. i had dr. dawes as a psychology professor at the university of michigan in the early 60's and his ideas in this book are as interesting and as clearly expressed as they were in person.

Pros: Good explanation and introduction to 'typical' decision making and 'rational' decision making. Good examples add clarity and ease of learning. Very well written.

Cons: The author becomes too involved in the undesired outcomes of bad public policy decisions (Viet Nam war).

Conclusion: Highly recommend this book to those interested in improving their decision making and guarding against the decision error of others.

Dawes is the master at identifying what works from what only looks like it works. An important book that will stand the test of time.