A Game-Theoretic Exploration of the Bystander Effect


by Niene Tempelman, Hester van der Weij, & Evelien van Meeteren
2645 words



Abstract


Introduction


Literature Review


Analysis

           The Effects of a Criminal Record
           The Effects of a Reward

Discussion


Conclusion


References

References


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