Saturday Nov 22: Anarchy and 24

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Nov 20, 2014, 2:38:52 PM11/20/14

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Hi All,

This Saturday we have a few more fun talks! The advanced session will be led by Steven on game theory, and the recreational by Andy on the 24 game. Note that the location is in the story room this week!

The details are below. Remember that you are welcome to stay for both sessions!

Best,

Ante

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Advanced Series

Title: The Price of Anarchy (Game Theory)

Speaker: Steven Kwon

Time & Date: 2 pm - 3 pm, Saturday November 22

Location: Princeton Public Library, Story Room (third floor)

Abstract:

We all like being able to choose what we do in life, based on what we feel will be best for us. However, is this actually the most optimal for us, or would it be better if one unbiased person told everyone what to do? Join us this week as we learn how game theory can show that sometimes, our freedom of choice can act against us. This phenomenon, which is described by mathematicians as "the price of anarchy," appears both theoretically and in the real world today. Through several mathematical games, including the famous "Prisoner's Dilemma," we will learn exactly how high the price of anarchy can be.

Chili peppers difficulty: 2 out of 4

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Recreational Series

Title: The Game of 24

Leader: Andy Loo

Time & Date: 3:14 pm - 4 pm, Saturday November 22

Location: Princeton Public Library, Story Room (third floor)

Description: We will play the mathematical card game "24," looking at a couple of rather tricky examples.