An Application of Fisher's Theorem on Natural Selection to Some Re-enforcement Algorithms for Choice Strategies
- 1 January 1974
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Journal of Cybernetics
- Vol. 4 (4) , 31-42
- https://doi.org/10.1080/01969727408546073
Abstract
Programs containing probabilistic branches are discussed and strategies for adjusting the probabilities considered. It is shown that these strategies can be regarded as plans for adjusting genotype frequencies in populations undergoing genetic recombination. The notion of plan safety is defined. Fisher's theorem is used to show that one common plan is safe. The lack of safety in many common plans is illustrated.Keywords
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