Favorite-longshot bias in pari-mutuel betting: An evolutionary explanation
Favorite-longshot bias (FLB) refers to an observed tendency whereby “longshots” are overvalued and favorites are undervalued. We offer an evolutionary explanation for FLB in pari-mutuel betting using a simple market model. A bettor is forced to quit with some probability if his total net gain in one...
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Main Authors: | KAJII, Atsushi, WATANABE, Takahiro |
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2017
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