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What strategy won Robert Axelrod's repeated prisoner's dilemma tournament?
What strategy won Robert Axelrod's repeated prisoner's dilemma tournament?
Which pair exemplifies price competition as mentioned in the content?
Which pair exemplifies price competition as mentioned in the content?
In the context of corporate collusion, what risk does a company face if it lowers prices while a competitor does not?
In the context of corporate collusion, what risk does a company face if it lowers prices while a competitor does not?
What does the Judo strategy emphasize in competitive scenarios?
What does the Judo strategy emphasize in competitive scenarios?
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What problem does overfishing in shared areas illustrate in the prisoner's dilemma context?
What problem does overfishing in shared areas illustrate in the prisoner's dilemma context?
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What characterized the arms race during the Cold War?
What characterized the arms race during the Cold War?
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Which scenario is an example of workplace collaboration enhancing productivity?
Which scenario is an example of workplace collaboration enhancing productivity?
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Which airline was founded as Europe's version of Southwest Airlines?
Which airline was founded as Europe's version of Southwest Airlines?
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In competitive advertising strategy, which brands are noted for their rivalry?
In competitive advertising strategy, which brands are noted for their rivalry?
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What is a common consequence of mutual attacks in political campaigns?
What is a common consequence of mutual attacks in political campaigns?
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Study Notes
Southwest Airlines and Ryanair
- Southwest Airlines was founded in 1967, becoming the first low-cost airline.
- Ryanair, established in 1985, was a European low-cost airline, aiming for minimal costs.
The Prisoner's Dilemma
- A game theory concept where two entities must choose between cooperation and betrayal, unknown of the other's choice.
- It's relevant in business when firms, competitors, or partners make decisions impacting each other.
Cooperation vs. Competition
- Price Competition: An example is Coke vs. Pepsi.
- Advertising Strategy: McDonald's and Burger King compare in this arena.
- R&D and Innovation: Apple and Samsung compete directly.
- Sustainability and Environmental Policies: Shell vs. BP represent opposing sustainability stances.
Prisoner's Dilemma Examples
- Arms Race (Cold War): The US and Soviet Union's nuclear arms race highlights lack of trust leading to proliferation due to the dilemma.
- Corporate Collusion: Competing companies might fix prices, leading to potential market share gain if one competitor breaks ranks.
- Overfishing: Shared fishing resources can lead to overexploitation if fishermen don't cooperate to limit catches.
- Political Campaigns: Candidates may choose negative campaigning, leading to voter alienation.
- Workplace Collaboration: Reduced productivity can result when some employees withhold effort while others don't.
Robert Axelrod's Tournament
- In the 1980s, political scientist Robert Axelrod conducted a prisoner's dilemma tournament with various strategies.
- The "Tit for Tat" strategy, which cooperates first and mirrors the opponent's moves, was the winner. This shows reciprocity fosters cooperation.
Judo Strategy
- A strategic approach to conflict, focused on avoiding direct confrontation by exploiting opponent's strengths to achieve an advantage.
- Be flexible, adaptable and use opponent's weight against them.
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Description
Explore the key concepts of economic competition and cooperation illustrated by Southwest Airlines and Ryanair, as well as game theory scenarios like the Prisoner's Dilemma. This quiz delves into real-world examples of competition in business and implications in various sectors. Test your understanding of these essential economic principles!
