On validity of utility statements: standard theory versus Duesenberry's
Article Abstract:
Research is presented describing the study of utility as a statement of social well being, assessing two differing theories to assess which is the most appropriate to use.
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0167-2681
Year: 2001
Economic research, Study and teaching
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0167-2681
Year: 2001
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Do non-expected utility choice patterns spring from hazy preferences?
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Preferences are examined as part of utility theory, and factors affecting preference strength are examined in detail.
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0167-2681
Year: 2000
Consumer preferences
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0167-2681
Year: 2000
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Singleton bias and lexographic preferences among equally valued alternatives
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Singleton bias is examined in a study using 100 decision makers selecting job applicants.
Publisher: Elsevier B.V.
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0167-2681
Year: 1999
Decision-making, Decision making, Information management, Job applicants, Lexicography
Publication Name: Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0167-2681
Year: 1999
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Subjects list: Research, Utility theory, Utility functions, Economics
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