Specific Sensitivity to Rare and Extreme Events: Quasi-Complete Black Swan Avoidance vs Partial Jackpot Seeking in Rat Decision-Making
M. Degoulet, L.-M. Willem, C. Baunez, S. Luchini, P. Pintus
This study shows rats avoid extreme punishments but partially seek extreme rewards, using a reinforcement learning model to explain their asymmetric decision-making.
bioRxiv · Nov 1, 2021 · PreprintAnimal Behavior & Cognition