Peter and Donald disagree on the interpretation of a business contract. Peter believes Donald owes him $20,000 and Donald believes he owes nothing. Each has been advised by his attorney that there is a 60% chance that Peter will prevail in a lawsuit.The cost of litigating the case will be $2,000 each. What is Peter's threat value?

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and Donald disagree on the interpretation of a business contract. Peter believes Donald owes him $20,000 and Donald believes he owes nothing. Each has been advised by his attorn cost of litigating the case will be $2,000 each. What is Peter's threat value?