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Lecture 6
Lecture 6
DECISION-MAKING MODELS
DECISION
THEORY AND Decision theory and utility theory are concepts that help
UTILITY individuals make rational decisions by considering various
THEORY factors and assessing the utility or value associated with
different choices.
DECISION THEORY
Decision-
Aggregation Sensitivity
making and
Methods Analysis
Interpretation
Decision trees and influence diagrams are powerful tools
DECISION for structuring decision problems, evaluating alternatives,
and making informed choices. They assist in quantifying
TREES AND
uncertainties, assessing probabilities and payoffs, and
INFLUENCE considering dependencies between variables, ultimately
DIAGRAMS aiding decision-makers in identifying the most favorable
outcomes.
DECISION TREES AND INFLUENCE DIAGRAMS ARE GRAPHICAL TOOLS
USED IN DECISION ANALYSIS TO MODEL AND ANALYZE COMPLEX
DECISION PROBLEMS
Modeling
Decision Influence
Decision
Trees Diagrams
Problems
Analysis and
Probabilities
Decision
and Payoffs
Making