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Models behaving badly

why confusing illusion with reality can lead to disasters, on Wall Street and in life
Pages
231
Published
2011
Language
English

Synopsis

Emanuel Derman explores the often-misunderstood relationship between mathematical models and human behavior, particularly in financial markets. He examines how these models, while powerful, can lead to unexpected consequences when applied to complex social systems. This book offers a critical look at the metaphors we use to understand the world and the limitations of quantitative approaches.

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