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Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford

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The Pitfalls of Mathematical Trust

This chapter examines the reliance on the Gaussian copula function in financial risk assessment, particularly in the context of AIG's collapse during the financial crisis. It highlights the dangers of over-reliance on mathematical models and underscores the need for critical thinking in decision-making.

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