On individual neutrality and collective decision making
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2013-01-08 v1
Abstract
We derive a simple mathematical "theory" to show that two decision-making entities can work better together only if at least one of them is occasionally willing to stay neutral. This provides a mathematical "justification" for an age-old cliche among marriage counselors.
Cite
@article{arxiv.1204.5334,
title = {On individual neutrality and collective decision making},
author = {Mu Zhu and Shangsi Wang and Lu Xin},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1204.5334},
year = {2013}
}
Comments
The Mathematical Scientist, Vol. 37, No. 2, accepted and to appear in December 2012