The potential risks of the explore/exploit trade-off include the possibility of missing out on better options if one chooses to exploit too soon or the risk of wasting resources if one chooses to explore for too long. There's also the risk of uncertainty and unpredictability when trying new things, which could lead to failure or loss. Moreover, over-exploration could lead to decision paralysis, where too many options make it difficult to make a choice.
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