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More specifically, the research attempts to (1) identify and quantify important variables and parameters in the information flow process; (2) establish relationships among these variables; (3) apply the theory to practical situations and to examine the resulting implications; and (4) develop models, both simulation and experimental, to utilize and validate the theory. The basis for our work treats information as data of value in decision\u2010making. This, in turn, leads to a powerful model of a Generalized Information System. We have now made considerable progress and have developed the basic elements comprising a generalized theory. In particular, we have been able to establish quantitative definitions for and relationships among: quantity of information, value of information, effectiveness of information, decision\u2010maker effectiveness, decision\u2010maker performance, and other terms. By dealing with \u201caverage\u201d decision\u2010makers, we establish unique relationships for specific decision situations. Typical relationships and curves are presented in the articles. We describe a flexible, sophisticated simulation model which permits the examination of the interrelationship between information and decision\u2010making for a wide variety of different situations. We present detailed simulation results for two specific examples\u2010a typical farmer and a mathematical example. We describe prototype experiments which place human decision\u2010makers in an interactive decision\u2010making situation. We are able to obtain data on their decision\u2010making behavior in the light of our conceptual model. 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