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Male and female betting behaviour: New perspectives
1School of Management & Finance, University of Nottingham, NG7 2RD, University Park, Nottingham, UK.
Abstract:
This paper uses an analysis of betting decisions made in offcourse betting offices in the UK to explore differences between the nature of male and female betting behaviour. Specifically gender differences in levels of performance, propensity for risk taking and levels of confidence in betting decisions are considered. The results provide some evidence for greater risk propensity amongst male bettors, lower levels of female bettor confidence in their choices and some degree of performance advantage for women bettors. The results are discussed in relation to previous research; some of the apparent discrepancies are explained in terms of differences in motivational focus and gender differences in definitions of risk-taking and 'successful' performance. In this context areas for future research are highlighted.
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