Teens A and B are smitten with each other but neither knows of the other's feelings.Suppose the teachers at their school organize a dance.The "payoff" is based on whether their advances are rebuffed or accepted.If they both Declare, they get positive utility but if they are Rebuffed they face humiliation (significantly negative payoff). Rebuffing an advance slightly elevates the teen's standing with peers. ??
What is a teen's dominant strategy?
A)Declare.
B)choose at random.
C)Rebuff/Ignore.
D)No dominant strategy.

Question

Teens A and B are smitten with each other but neither knows of the other's feelings.Suppose the teachers at their school organize a dance.The "payoff" is based on whether their advances are rebuffed or accepted.If they both Declare, they get positive utility but if they are Rebuffed they face humiliation (significantly negative payoff). Rebuffing an advance slightly elevates the teen's standing with peers. ?? 
What is a teen's dominant strategy?
A)Declare. 
B)choose at random. 
C)Rebuff/Ignore. 
D)No dominant strategy.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

There is no dominant strategy because the outcome of the payoffs depends on the actions of both teens. The best choice for each teen depends on their beliefs about the other teen's preferences and actions. They must weigh the potential positive utility of declaring their feelings against the potential negative consequences of being rebuffed. Ultimately, it is up to each teen to make their own decision based on their individual circumstances and preferences.

Teens a and B Are Smitten with Each Other but Neither