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In risk management, severe but low-probability outcomes should shape policy responses, not just the likeliest scenario.

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behavioural science Applying how people actually decide to policy, rather than assuming how they should.

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  1. Andrew Dessler Professor of atmospheric sciences at Texas A&M
    In fact, conventional risk management tells us that, when consequences are severe, low-probability extreme outcomes can determine the response.

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