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In game theory, one of the most effective strategies for promoting cooperation in repeated interactions is known as Tit for Tat. It first gained prominence through political scientist Robert Axelrod’s computer tournaments in the 1980s, where strategies competed in the iterated Prisoner’s Dilemma. Among dozens of complex algorithms, Tit for Tat consistently performed the best—not because it was aggressive, but because it was simple, fair, and forgiving.The strategy is built on two principles: retaliate immediately when betrayed, but return to cooperation as soon as the other side does. In other words, it never initiates defection but never lets betrayal go unanswered. This balance discourages exploitation while keeping the door open for future cooperation. What makes Tit for Tat powerful is not its cleverness, but its clarity and predictability. By removing ambiguity about one’s response, it builds a reputation for fairness and self-respect.However, even this elegant strategy has limits. If both players mistakenly perceive the other as having defected first, the spiral of retaliation may escalate indefinitely. Without a mechanism for reestablishing trust, cooperation may collapse despite both sides being inclined to restore it. This demonstrates a deeper insight about strategic relationships: ______________________________. Even in adversarial settings, long-term success often depends not on dominance or submission, but on clarity, consistency, and the courage to forgive.

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[Vocabulary]
retaliate: 보복하다
defection: 배신, 이탈
exploitation: 착취
ambiguity: 모호함
escalate: 격화되다

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문제) Which of the following best completes the blank?

① mutual respect is sustained by a balance of strength and restraint
② the best strategies are always the most complicated and elusive
③ aggression ensures trust when practiced predictably
④ strategic ambiguity enhances flexibility and resilience
⑤ forgiveness undermines a rational approach to negotiation

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