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Common prosperity level evaluation: A comprehensive method based on probabilistic linguistic ordered weighted distance measure, prospect theory, and TOPSIS

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction: Common prosperity is a major research project in China, and the scientific measurement and evaluation of common prosperity is very important. Methods: In this study, firstly, we construct a comprehensive evaluation index system for the common prosperity level (CPL). We then develop an evaluation model of CPL based on prospect theory, probabilistic linguistic ordered weighted distance measure, and the TOPSIS method, wherein we use a probabilistic linguistic term set (PLTS) to describe the uncertainty and complexity of the assessment process. Above all, we use prospect theory to reflect the preferences of experts to meet the unique needs for the evaluation of common prosperity. Moreover, we apply the proposed evaluation index system and model to evaluate the CPL of Zhejiang Province, China's first common prosperity demonstration zone, as an example to conduct relevant research. The advantages and effectiveness of the proposed method are verified by the sensitivity and comparative analysis. Results: The findings prove that the application of the new PLTS evaluation framework in CPL assessment is robust. Discussion: We propose specific suggestions for improving the development of common prosperity.

Source: Frontiers in Psychology

DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1152333

Authors: Erhua Zhang, Feifan Yu, Ting Jiang, Shouzhen Zeng, Dandan Wang

Institutions: Ningbo University, Zhejiang Gongshang University, Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics

Language: English

Topic: Multi-Criteria Decision Making

Subfield: Management Science and Operations Research

Field: Decision Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,295

Funder: Government of Jiangsu Province