Dictators/proposers tend act more self-interested when playing the dictator game versus the ultimatum game.

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In the dictator game, the player has complete control over how to split the money, whereas in the ultimatum game, the proposer must offer a portion of the money to the responder who can either accept or reject the offer. The expectation of the responder's potential reaction in the ultimatum game may influence the proposer to make a fairer offer. However, in the dictator game, the player has no constraints and is free to act in their self-interest.

Dictators/proposers Tend Act More Self-Interested When Playing the Dictator Game