On the (Ir)relevance of Prospect Theory in Modelling Uncertainty in Travel Decisions

This paper reflects on the relevance of prospect theory for transportation research. By discussing the original purpose and context of this theory of risky choice and the models that have been derived from the theory, the shortcomings and boundaries of the theory are discussed. It is argued that man...

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Main Author: Harry Timmermans
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: TU Delft Open 2010-12-01
Series:European Journal of Transport and Infrastructure Research
Online Access:https://journals.open.tudelft.nl/ejtir/article/view/2900