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decision theory
noun
, Statistics.
- the theory of making decisions based on assigning probabilities to various factors and assigning numerical consequences to the outcome.
decision theory
noun
- See game theorystatistics the study of strategies for decision-making under conditions of uncertainty in such a way as to maximize the expected utility See also game theory
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Word History and Origins
Origin of decision theory1
First recorded in 1960–65
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