Game Types

Essay

Game Types. Distinguish each of the following circumstances as a zero-sum game, a positive-sum game, or a negative-sum game. Demonstrate your answer.
A. Microsoft gives code access to make it easier for suppliers of applications software to write Windows-compatible software.
B. IBM and Hewlett-Packard compete to provide the Social Security Administration with a big new services contract.
C. ExxonMobil and Du Pont settle a disputed supply contract.
D. Competitors SBC Communications and Verizon Communications lobby Congress concerning Internet access charges.
E. The Walt Disney Co. and local units of government agree to share environmental costs tied to Walt Disney World operations.