Theories of cooperation and competition focus on actions that explain how people behave and make choices in social interactions. Nevertheless, what might influence an individual's decision to...Show moreTheories of cooperation and competition focus on actions that explain how people behave and make choices in social interactions. Nevertheless, what might influence an individual's decision to cooperate or compete? The Maximizers and Satisficers theory contribute to this domain by highlighting the impact of different decision-making strategies. Maximizers strive for the best possible choice, meticulously exploring all options and information to attain optimal results. In contrast, satisficers seek satisfactory, "good enough" choices without pursuing the absolute best outcome. We developed an innovative economic game to investigate the relationship between individuals with higher maximization tendencies. Unlike traditional models focusing solely on cooperation or competition, the co-peace game allows participants to engage in cooperation and competition simultaneously and introduces a unique option: peace. With 198 participants, the study revealed no significant results in competition, cooperation, and peace between those with higher and lower maximization tendencies. This outcome emphasizes the complexity of social behavior, suggesting that various motivations influence decisions beyond maximization tendencies.Show less
