Would you prefer a higher chance of living, or a longer life?

This Paradox Could Kill You BrainCraft

Premiered November 09, 2017
This Paradox Could Kill You

The Allais Paradox undermines the theory of expected utility because it shows that we don't always make decisions that align with our wants and needs. So, would you prefer a higher chance of living, or a longer life? And then, which pills did you choose?

About the Program

BrainCraft

Vanessa Hill talks about psychology, neuroscience, and why we act the way we do. Neuroscience has never been so animated.

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