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A mathematical model of Gregory Kavka’s “Toxin Puzzle” is constructed to provide the optimal course of action for this thought experiment. But the action suggested by the model is irrational, rendering the model useless for the rational player. Yet, it is the failure itself which provides a deeper insight into the nature of intention and mathematical modeling in general.
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