This book outlines a new approach to the analysis of decision making based on "cognitive maps." A cognitive map is a graphic representation intended to capture the structure of a decision maker's stated beliefs about a particular problem. Following introductory chapters that develop the theory and techniques of cognitive mapping, a set of five empirical studies applies these new techniques to five policy areas.Originally published in 1976.The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.

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Examines the conditions necessary for cooperation in social interactions and discusses the role of cooperation in winning a strategy game tournament

Product Description: Los siete artículos que componen este libro fueron escritos a lo largo de una década y constituyen una excelente contribución al tema de la colaboración y la competencia, que involucra tanto la teoría de los juegos como teoría de la complejidad...read more

Presents ways for managers to use complex thinking that focuses on three essential qualities for managers to use in order to cultivate innovation and creativity throughout their organizations. (view table of contents)

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