In a prisoners' dilemma game, which of the following strategies gives the best outcome for both prisoners?

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In a prisoners' dilemma game, both prisoners denying (collusion) gives the best outcome for both as they both end up with the least severe punishment compared to if they had both confessed or if only one confessed. If both prisoners confess, they both receive a harsher punishment than if they had both denied. Similarly, if one confesses while the other denies, the one who confesses will receive a lighter punishment while the one who denies will receive a harsher punishment. Therefore, the best strategy for both prisoners is to deny or collude.

In a Prisoners' Dilemma Game, Which of the Following Strategies