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The Object Distribution Problem Revisited

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The object distribution problem calls for a number of indivisible objects to be assigned to a set of individuals (e.g., the division of estate properties among heirs). Some thirty years ago Knaster and Steinhaus presented a distribution scheme based upon object values reported by individuals. The properties of this scheme are examined, and it is shown that the K-S procedure is the only scheme that satisfies a number of plausible equity requirements.

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  • William Samuelson, 1980. "The Object Distribution Problem Revisited," The Quarterly Journal of Economics, President and Fellows of Harvard College, vol. 94(1), pages 85-98.
    • Handle: RePEc:oup:qjecon:v:94:y:1980:i:1:p:85-98.
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    1. David Pérez-Castrillo & David Wettstein, 2000. "In whose backyard? A generalized bidding approach," UFAE and IAE Working Papers 463.00, Unitat de Fonaments de l'Anàlisi Econòmica (UAB) and Institut d'Anàlisi Econòmica (CSIC).
    2. Thomson, William, 2011. "Chapter Twenty-One - Fair Allocation Rules," Handbook of Social Choice and Welfare, in: K. J. Arrow & A. K. Sen & K. Suzumura (ed.), Handbook of Social Choice and Welfare, edition 1, volume 2, chapter 21, pages 393-506, Elsevier.
    3. van Damme, E.E.C., 1990. "Fair division under asymmetric information," Other publications TiSEM 81fa79c5-4265-47a2-a142-0, Tilburg University, School of Economics and Management.
    4. David Pérez-Castrillo & David Wettstein, 2002. "Choosing Wisely: A Multibidding Approach," American Economic Review, American Economic Association, vol. 92(5), pages 1577-1587, December.

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