How Can Every Nash Equilibrium in Centipede Game Involve First Period Defection?

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Every Nash Equilibrium (NE) in the Centipede Game necessitates that players defect in the first period. This conclusion is derived from the backward induction method, which demonstrates that any strategy profile that includes selling in the first period qualifies as a Nash Equilibrium. The conditions for a strategy pair to be considered a NE include mutual best responses where neither player can benefit by unilaterally changing their strategy.

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Hi guys,

I would much appreciate your help. Could anyone explain to me how is it possible to prove that every Nash Equilibrium in Centipede involves players defecting in the first period. Also, is any strategy profile involving selling in the first period a NE? I know how to get unique SPNE, but the other problem seems confusing.

Thanks a lot!
 
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