[theptip]

> This is only true if your goal is to have a score higher than your opponent

That is what “dominant” in game theory means, which was the specific claim that’s being discussed.

[HWR_14]

No you are incorrect in what a "dominant" strategy means. It has nothing to do with dominating your opponent.

[theptip]

A dominant strategy in game theory means it's your best strategy, regardless of what strategy your opponents pick.

> https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strategic_dominance

> In game theory, strategic dominance (commonly called simply dominance) occurs when one strategy is better than another strategy for one player, no matter how that player's opponents may play.

That is what is being described above.