We can adopt firm and logical decisions, thereby improving the prospects of a better life for current and future generations.

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It turns out that the group with the inability to feel fear made the most logical decisions, choosing to participate in 84% of rounds.

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But on average, logical investment decisions will beat those based on the idea that recent experience will continue.

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How logical are your decisions?

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Neither knew what the proper quantity was, and this is logical considering the infinite inputs and decisions that comprise what we call an economy.

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Our logical processes are often only rational justifications for emotional decisions.

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Studies show people make decisions largely based on emotional reasons, and then rationalize them afterwards so they feel logical.

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