Abstract In this paper, we extend the standard discrete choice modelling framework by allowing for random variations in the substitution patterns between alternatives across respondents, leading to increased model flexibility. The paper shows how such a Mixed Covariance model can be specified either with purely random variation or with a mixture of random and deterministic variation. Additionally, the model can be based on an underlying GEV or ECL structure. Finally, the model can be specified as a continuous mixture or as a discrete mixture. An application on Stated Preference data for the choice of departure time and travel mode shows that important gains in model performance can be obtained by allowing for random covariance heterogeneity. Furthermore, the approach leads to significant differences in the implied willingness to pay measures, and the substitution patterns between alternatives.


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    Title :

    Random covariance heterogeneity in discrete choice models


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    Publication date :

    2010




    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English



    Classification :

    BKL:    74.75$jVerkehrsplanung$jVerkehrspolitik / 55.80$jVerkehrswesen$jTransportwesen: Allgemeines / 55.80 Verkehrswesen, Transportwesen: Allgemeines / 74.75 Verkehrsplanung, Verkehrspolitik



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