The utility maximization paradigm forms the basis of many economic, psychological, cognitive and behavioral models. It covers classic theory as a special, context-free case and gives a systematic overview of new models of utility maximization within a context-dependent threshold as well as related preference and choice models.
Produktinformation
Utgivningsdatum2014-12-14
Mått155 x 235 x 17 mm
Vikt452 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor283
Upplaga2
FörlagSpringer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG
Preference, Utility, and Choice: Classic Models.- Utility Maximization Within a Constant Threshold or a Threshold Depending on One Alternative.- Utility Maximization Within a Threshold Depending on Both Compared Alternatives.- Utility Maximization Within a Context-dependent Threshold.- Numerical Representation of Binary Relations on Infinite Sets.- Conclusion.
From the reviews of the second edition: "The book provides an excellent account of many aspects of the theory of preference, utility, and choice, in particular in the finite case. It provides valuable information for researchers as well as a sound basis for a graduate course ... ." (Douglas S. Bridges, Siam Review, Vol. 50 (3), 2008)
Nathalie Caspard, Bruno Leclerc, Bernard Monjardet, Paris) Leclerc, Bruno (Ecole des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, Bernard (Universite de Paris I) Monjardet