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The Allais Paradox (left) is a canonical example of what we call a discrete decision. It involves a single choice between two options; the choice is independent of action, context and time. It has no influence on what options are available in the future. A dog moving along a bank preparing to jump and grab a fish (right) is a canonical example of a continuous decision. (Online version in colour.)
