Some aspects of random utility, extreme value theory and multinomial logit models

Andersson, Jonas; Ubøe, Jan

doi:10.1080/17442508.2011.619660

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“…The predictions generated by the discrete choice model reflect the same property of human decision-making that we explained in the main text: choice attributes matter more when they are close-to-pivotal than when most factors are stacked in favor of one option or another. Consequently, the parametric assumptions that go into discrete choice models tend to provide an excellent fit to the data (for studies of this in the consumer choice literature, see Andersson and Uboe 2010;Larsen et al 2012). Graham and Svolik (2020) show a strong correspondence between the model's predictions and a non-parametric analysis of candidate choice scenarios.…”

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The Taboo and Its Rivals

Davis Cross

2023

International Cooperation Against All Odds

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While the international system today is one in which interstate war is largely considered a last resort and should only be embarked upon under legitimate circumstances (i.e., self-defense or a United Nations Security Council resolution), once war begins, this chapter argues that the non-use idea is still a strong barrier in its conduct. An ultrasocial approach suggests that it is likely that the non-use idea has become more entrenched than both the taboo (unthinking, gut response) and the tradition (path-dependence) because it is intricately tied to norms against war and in favor of peace. Societal belief in a new narrative that connected non-use of nuclear weapons to the achievement of peace in general and the human capacity to create a better future was crucial.

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The Taboo and Its Rivals

Davis Cross

2023

International Cooperation Against All Odds

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“…Following [59,83,84], the gravity model can be derived from a random utility maximization (RUM) model. The RUM approach aims at modeling the choices of individuals among discrete sets of alternatives, based on choice probabilities and utility functions that contain some random elements.…”

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Spatial Dependence, Social Networks, and Economic Structures in Japanese Regional Labor Migration

2022

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This study empirically analyzes the determinants of regional labor migration in Japan, where small towns are disappearing due to the shortage of labor. Using spatial models of origin–destination flows and considering network effects of labor and economic structures, we obtain results more consistent with the standard migration theory, compared to previous studies. In particular, we find that migration decisions are based on economic motivations and that high (low) unemployment rates in origin (destination) regions and low income in origin regions are important determinants of labor migration flows. Second, we report that network effects, which help reduce migration costs, play a significant role in the relocation of labor. Finally, considering different definitions of spatial weights based on distance, the volume of traded goods, and economic structures, we show that regional dependence is most appropriately defined by the similarity in economic structures. In other words, migration patterns are similar between regions that rely on analogous economic activities.

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