The Effects of Risk Preferences in Mixed-Strategy Equilibria of 2*2 Games

D Engelmann, J Steiner

Research output: Working paper

61 Downloads (Pure)

Abstract

We consider the effects of risk preferences in mixed-strategy equilibria of 2 * 2 games, provided such equilibria exist. We identify sufficient conditions under which the expected payoff in the mixed equilibrium increases or decreases with the degree of risk aversion. We find that (at least moderate degrees of) risk aversion will frequently be beneficial in mixed equilibria.
Original languageEnglish
Place of PublicationEgham
Publication statusPublished - 19 Sept 2006

Keywords

  • risk preferences
  • mixed-strategy equilibria

Cite this