Bias and sources of error in discrete choice models: A critical reflection

Sunghoon Jang, Soora Rasouli, Harry Timmermans

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Abstract

Discrete choice models have attracted a lot of attention since decades as an alternative to traditional aggregate transport demand models. Since discrete choice models assume that the total utility of an alternative is not exactly known to analysists, researchers have commonly assumed that the utility consists of two components: deterministic utility and error term. The error term is assumed to be composed of different sources. This paper reviews studies on the effect of the different sources of uncertainty (Manski, 1973) such as measurement error, omitted relevant variables, and taste variation in discrete choice models. All this research is based on different assumptions about the source of uncertainty. In this study, we will compare the assumptions and discuss future research directions. In addition, we will discuss the possible effects of the different sources of uncertainty in a new type of discrete choice model: the random regret model.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationDesign and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning - 13th International Conference on Design and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning, DDSS 2016
EditorsHarry Timmermans
PublisherTechnische Universiteit Eindhoven
ISBN (Electronic)9789038641447
Publication statusPublished - 2016
Externally publishedYes
Event13th International Conference on Design and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning, DDSS 2016 - Eindhoven, Netherlands
Duration: 27 Jun 201628 Jun 2016

Publication series

NameDesign and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning - 13th International Conference on Design and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning, DDSS 2016

Conference

Conference13th International Conference on Design and Decision Support Systems in Architecture and Urban Planning, DDSS 2016
Country/TerritoryNetherlands
CityEindhoven
Period27/06/1628/06/16

Keywords

  • Random regret minimization
  • Random utility maximization
  • Sources of error

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Building and Construction
  • Modelling and Simulation
  • Urban Studies
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Software
  • Architecture

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