A Generalization of Arrow’s Lemma on Extending a Binary Relation by Athanasios Andrikopoulos

“…By examining whether the individualistic assumptions used in social choice could be used in the aggregation of individual preferences, Arrow proved a key lemma that generalizes the famous Szpilrajn’s extension theorem and used it to demonstrate the impossibility theorem. …”
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METHODOLOGY FOR ASSESSING TAX BENEFITS AT THE LOCAL LEVEL by L. Shevyrkov

“…Retrospective analysis allowed the author to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the proposed methods and to form the author’s vision on the feasibility of assessing tax benefits and preferences for local taxes and trade duties. The proposed method, the top quality will allow to estimate tax benefits to local authorities from the use of aggregate efficiency. …”
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Size-Dependent Nest Site Choice by Cavity-Dwelling Ants by Joan M. Herbers, Valerie Banschbac

“…The two numerically dominant ant species in these communities, Myrmica punctivenris and Leptothorax longispinosus, chose different cavity sizes in experiments employing artificial nest sites. These preferences for different cavity sizes should prove useful for studies involving experimental manipulation of cavity-dwelling ant species.…”
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Career orientations of students with disabilities by Elena V. Arzhanykh, V. V. Moysov

“…It contains data identifying the demand for higher education and professional orientations (preferences in the choice of occupation, level of education and professional school for further education).…”
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The Relationship between E-Journal Use and User's Discipline: A Descriptive Study by Hülya Dilek Kayaoğlu

“…The results revealed that discipline was statistically significantly associated with both the 'frequency of use' and 'format preferences'. The results also suggest that the availability of e-journals might be a factor of the e-journal use.…”
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Information needs for cancer screening and associated factors of information-seeking behaviour: a qualitative systematic review by Mingyao Zhou, Yuqing Wu, Dan Wang, Fang Cheng

“…The results of the analysis of cancer screening-related information needs content, cancer-specific information needs content, requirements and preferences for information, and associated factors of information-seeking behaviour were reported. …”
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Acceptability and feasibility of shared medical appointments to support self-management of anxiety and depression in primary care in England: a qualitative study of service user/pa... by Fiona Graham, Mei Yee Tang, Megan Hanrahan

“…Participants represented a broad age group (22–74 years) and a range of socioeconomic backgrounds.Results Three main themes were established: (1) motivation to attend an SMA, (2) barriers and challenges to SMA engagement and (3) implementation preferences. The concept of SMAs was largely acceptable to participants, although participants reported several factors that would influence their decision to attend an SMA. …”
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Factors Influencing the Choice Between Multi-Target Stool DNA and Colonoscopy for Colorectal Cancer Screening Among Alaska Native Peoples by Lauren A. Jeffries, Christie A. Flanagan, Lila J. Finney Rutten, John B. Kisiel, Diana G. Redwood

“…Recognizing and addressing these multifaceted influences can help CRC screening programs better meet community member needs and preferences, ultimately improving screening rates and colorectal health outcomes.…”
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Users’ experiences of an online intervention for bipolar disorder: important lessons for design and evaluation by Richard Morriss, Steven H Jones, Fiona Lobban, Alyson L Dodd, Sara Mallinson, Martin Griffiths

“…ERPonline was was generally considered to be accessible, relevant and straightforward, but there were individual preferences regarding design, content and who it was for. …”
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Specialty choice among final-year medical students and house officers in Nigeria: implications for anaesthesia practice – a cross-sectional study by Thankgod Chukwunnonso Okonkwo, Gbolahan Deji Olatunji, Victor Mayowa Adeleye, Mukaila Oyegbade Akinwale

“…Many enjoyed their anaesthesia posting, but over half felt the exposure was inadequate.Conclusions Too few medical graduates in Nigeria prefer anaesthesia as a specialty, and there is an urgent need to increase interest. …”
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Fuzzy Logic Recommender Model for Housing by Emanuel G. Munoz, Jaime Meza, Sebastian Ventura

“…The recommendation system relies on fuzzy control to manage user preferences and select appropriate input data with which to test the model. …”
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A qualitative investigation of the influences of gender among low-socioeconomic status students’ motivations to study biology by Svetlana Masjutina, Elizabeth Stearns

“…Yet the ways LSES men and women translated their preferences and motivations into biology majors were divergent, which highlights the unique perspectives and challenges of LSES students along their motivational trajectories. …”
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Using the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator to Strengthen Extension Programs by Alexa J. Lamm, Ricky W. Telg

“…Extension programs can use an understanding of different learning styles and preferences to reach the greatest number of people. …”
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Fear and Loathing in american politics: A review essay by Shanto Iyengar

“…This development illustrates the phenomenon of affective polarization: intense conflict and ill will across the party divide, and intransigent political preferences that are entirely unresponsive to strong evidence. …”
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Using the Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator to Strengthen Extension Programs by Alexa J. Lamm, Ricky W. Telg

“…Extension programs can use an understanding of different learning styles and preferences to reach the greatest number of people. …”
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MASS CUSTOMIZATION IN THE FASHION INDUSTRY by N. Barkova

“…The mass customization, satisfying individual preferences of clients, using the flexible systems of production and logistics, allows the companies of the industry of fashion to get rid of excessive stocks of the finished products tending to become outdated quickly and, above all allows to make production more attractive to consumers.…”
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THE PROSPECTS FOR INSTITUTIONAL REFORMS OF THE EUROPEAN UNION: A LIBERAL INTERGOVERNMENTALIST PERSPECTIVE by Piotr Tosiek

“…In the theoretical dimension, the analysis is based on the application of the liberal intergovernmentalist approach with its three assumptions: the strict categorization of intergovernmental decision-making built on the triad ‘preferences-negotiations-institutions’, the concept of demoicracy, and the need for differentiated integration. …”
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Research of the Braking Performance and Optimization Design of Heavy Duty Construction Vehicle Eddy Current Retarder by Ni Jinshang

“…For the issues of design preferences,braking force fluctuation of eddy current retarder of heavy duty construction vehicle during use,the heavy duty construction vehicle eddy current retarder is regarded as research object,the calculation formula of retarder braking torque is deduced,and combine with the actual object of key parameters and the influence of each parameters on braking performance are considered,the optimization design of the eddy current retarder is carried out through optimization design theory. …”
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A Recreational Boating Characterization of Brevard County by Charles Sidman, Tim Fik, Robert Swett, Bill Sargent, James Fletcher, Susan Fann, David Fann, Alisa Coffin

“…It documents the methods, procedures, and results of a map-based mail survey that was distributed to Brevard County boaters to obtain seasonal information about their boating preferences, use profiles, and travel patterns. Published by the UF Sea Grant College Program, September 2007. …”
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Adiantum spp. Maidenhair Fern by Edward Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, Gail Hansen

“…The document details its growth habits, soil preferences, and potential pests, highlighting its ornamental value and suitability for various garden settings. …”
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