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Rational Actor Model

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The rational actor model assumes states assess policy options based on their predicted payoff. The policy with the highest payoff concerning an overarching goal is chosen. Specifically, comprehensive rationality assumes states are fully informed of payoffs. In contrast, bounded rationality believes states may not be fully informed of payoffs and may be influenced by historical and cultural preferences.

By Sophie Groenheijde

27 February 2023 · 00:00 CET· Updated 21 June 2026 · 18:23 CET