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In this experiment, students take part in a simultaneous move, zero-sum game—the act of taking a penalty kick in the game of soccer. They each take several turns as a "player" and as a "scout" (i.e., an outside observer). The goal of a player is to accumulate as many points for their team as possible while the scout watches, trying to identify any strategy trends or patterns that may aid them (and their team) in future experiences. From their experiences students gain an understanding of the complex nature of simultaneous move games and the importance of randomized strategies.

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