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The Folk Theorems for Repeated Games: A Synthesis

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  • Benoit, J.P.
  • Krishna, V.

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The theory of repeated games occupies a central place in noncooperative game theory as it forms a relatively simple platform from which to study dynamic aspects of strategic interaction. In this paper we attempt a synthesis of the various folk theorems by adpting a point of view which de-emphasizes the choice of horizon.

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  • Benoit, J.P. & Krishna, V., 1996. "The Folk Theorems for Repeated Games: A Synthesis," Papers 1-96-3, Pennsylvania State - Department of Economics.
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    • C70 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Game Theory and Bargaining Theory - - - General
    • C72 - Mathematical and Quantitative Methods - - Game Theory and Bargaining Theory - - - Noncooperative Games

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