In the sumo wrestling community, allegations of cheating are taken very seriously due to the high stakes involved. The community is tight-knit and there are strong moral and social incentives for wrestlers to maintain the integrity of the sport. However, if economic incentives are found to be influencing the outcomes of matches, it could lead to serious repercussions for those involved. The specific processes for handling such allegations may vary, but they generally involve investigations and potential penalties for those found guilty.
Author Steven Levitt, working with journalist Stephen Dubner, shows how economic theories can be use...
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