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The Origin of Preferences, Economic Decision Theory, and Yaari

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  • Marek Jenöffy-Lochau

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Preferences" is a key concept in economic theory. However, economics has yet not achieved to explain the origin of preferences. Preferences originating means endogenous preferences. The Signal-Preference Model (SPM) provides a new algorithm for modeling endogenous preferences using the empirical result of communications research. This paper examines how the SPM performs in the framework of economic decision theory. The results of the SPM are compared with Expected Utility Theory, Bayesian learning and Prospect Theory. Surprisingly, the performance of the SPM in this field indicates that this holistic preference model seamlessly fits into microeconomics and decision theory.

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  • Marek Jenöffy-Lochau, 2014. "The Origin of Preferences, Economic Decision Theory, and Yaari," Post-Print hal-04139624, HAL.
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