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- Sure-thing_principle comment "In decision theory, the sure-thing principle states that sure things—outcomes which occur regardless of which actions are chosen—should not affect one’s preferences.The principle was coined by L.J. Savage:A businessman contemplates buying a certain piece of property. He considers the outcome of the next presidential election relevant. So, to clarify the matter to himself, he asks whether he would buy if he knew that the Democratic candidate were going to win, and decides that he would.".