Game Theory. Catskill Mountain Bike, Inc. is a producer and wholesaler of rugged bicycles designed for mountain touring. The company is considering upgrading its current line by making standard high-grade Chromalloy frames. Of course, the market response to this upgrade in product quality would depend on the competitor response, if any. The company's comptroller projects the following annual profits (payoffs) following resolution of the upgrade decision.
A. Which decision alternative represents Catskill's secure strategy? Explain.
B. Calculate the opportunity cost (or regret) matrix.
C. Which decision alternative would Catskill choose if the company seeks to minimize opportunity cost? Explain.
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