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{{wikipedia|Zero-sum game}}
{{wikipedia|Zero-sum game}}


A zero-sum game is one in which no wealth is created or destroyed. So, in a two-player zero-sum game, whatever one player wins, the other loses. Therefore, the player share no common interests. There are two general types of zero-sum games: those with perfect information and those without.
A zero-sum game is one in which no wealth is created or destroyed. So, in a two-player zero-sum game, whatever one player wins, the other loses. Therefore, the player share no common interests. Like other games, researchers distinguish between zero-sum games with perfect information and without.


A single-winner method is a form of "'''zero-sum game'''". There can be only one.
A single-winner method is a form of "'''zero-sum game'''". There can be only one.