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The Reproductive Value in Distributed Optimal Control Models [PDF]
We show that in a large class of distributed optimal control models (DOCM), where population is described by a McKendrick type equation with an endogenous number of newborns, the reproductive value of Fisher shows up as part of the shadow price of the ...
Alexia Prskawetz +3 more
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Predicting construction cost under uncertainty using grey-fuzzy earned value analysis
HeliyonInsufficient emphasis on planning and control is one of the major causes of several delayed and cost-overrun construction projects. To improve such performances, many studies have been conducted on project control techniques such as Earned Value Analysis
Endale Mamuye Desse +1 more
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On the suboptimality of path-dependent pay-offs in Lévy markets. [PDF]
Cox & Leland (2000) use techniques from the field of stochastic control theory to show that in the particular case of a Brownian motion for the asset returns all risk averse decisionmakers with a fixed investment horizon prefer path-independent payoffs ...
Chernih, A +2 more
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Journal of Theoretical and Applied Electronic Commerce ResearchThis study integrates the Theory of Planned Behavior and the Theory of Consumption Values through a mixed-methods approach (structured interview and structural equation model) to investigate cross-platform disposal behaviors for idle clothing on social ...
Xingjun Ru +4 more
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Humanities & Social Sciences CommunicationsFor decades, studies on learner emotions in foreign language learning have been predominantly focused on foreign language anxiety, and recent years have witnessed a surge in the exploration of other positive and negative emotions such as enjoyment and ...
Zhiyuan Li, Li Xing
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Discounting and Patience in Optimal Stopping and Control Problems [PDF]
This paper establishes that the optimal stopping time of virtually any optimal stopping problem is increasing in "patience," understood as a particular partial order on discount rate functions.
Bruno Strulovici, John K. -H Quah
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Towards a General Theory of Financial Control for Organisations [PDF]
In this paper, a theory of accounting, control and accounting-related areas is outlined.It is based on a number of previous research-oriented books published over several decades and the author´s specific own experiences from internal and external ...
Östman, Lars
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Acta PsychologicaFew research studies attempt to merge the theory of planned behaviour and value-belief-norm theory in explaining consumers green hotels visits although they may deem to be complementary.
Lei Wang +5 more
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On the Potential Use of Adaptive Control Methods for Improving Adaptive Natural Resource Management [PDF]
The paradigm of adaptive natural resource management (AM), in which experiments are used to learn about uncertain aspects of natural systems, is gaining prominence as the preferred technique for administration of large-scale environmental projects.
Bond, Craig A.
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Auctions vs. Bargaining: An Empirical Analysis of Medical Device Procurement [PDF]
We test recent theory on the benefits of auctions and bargaining as alternative procurement mechanisms using data on the procurement of medical devices by Italian hospitals. Theory suggests that auctions perform well when cost control is the key concern,
Andrea Bonaccorsi +3 more
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