Reflective coherence and Newcomb problems: A simple solution

Theory and Decision 35 (2):151-166 (1993)
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Abstract

Two-boxers in Newcomb Problems face the question: Why aren't you rich? The essay argues that one-boxers have a false sense of advantage. They fail to align their credences during deliberation with the credences they will have when they act. This puts them in violation of the so-called Principle of Reflection, and it exposes them to a dynamic Dutch Book that will leach any gains they achieve away.

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Gary Malinas
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