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    It is not the case that An agent with intransitive preferences who is willing to make exchanges can be exploited without limit.

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    • 1.If an agent prefers X to Y, Y to Z, and Z to X, the agent will pay to exchange Y for X, Z for Y, and X for Z.
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    • 2.Starting from any state, this cycle of paid exchanges can repeat indefinitely, draining the agent's resources.
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