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#1044 David Pinsof: The Psychology of Incentives and Opinions

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Incentives and Free Will

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between free will and behavior driven by incentives, challenging traditional notions by viewing free will as responsiveness to incentives. It delves into the origins of various incentives, the interplay between intrinsic and instrumental desires, and how these dynamics influence personal motivations and status games across cultures. Furthermore, the chapter examines how conflicting incentives affect decision-making, revealing the complexities of human behavior shaped by genetic and cultural factors.

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