| ID | 101857 |
| Title Proper | Sequential versus simultaneous schelling models |
| Other Title Information | experimental evidence |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Benito, Juan Miguel ; Branas-Garza, Pablo ; Hernandez, Penelope ; Sanchis, Juan A |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article shows the results of experiments where subjects play the Schelling's spatial proximity model. Two types of experiments are conducted: one in which choices are made sequentially and a variation of the first where the decision making is simultaneous. The results of the sequential experiments are identical to Schelling's prediction: subjects finish in a segregated equilibrium. Likewise, in the variant of the simultaneous decision experiment, the same result is reached: segregation. Subjects' heterogeneity generates a series of focal points in the first round. To locate themselves, subjects use these focal points immediately, and as a result, the segregation takes place again. Furthermore, simultaneous experiments with commuting costs allow us to conclude that introducing positive moving costs does not affect segregation. |
| `In' analytical Note | Journal of Conflict Resolution Vol. 55, No. 1; Feb 2011: p.60-84 |
| Journal Source | Journal of Conflict Resolution Vol. 55, No. 1; Feb 2011: p.60-84 |
| Key Words | Schelling Models ; Economic Experiments ; Segregation |