Table 8 Comparison of actual and model placements according to aggregate preference ratings
From: A linear programming approach for placement of applicants to academic programs
Comparison criterion | Model | Actual |
|---|---|---|
Applicants’ total preference values for programs of their placement | 4743 | 4686 |
Hypothetical aggregate preferences of applicants (if all applicants were placed in their top preferred programs) | 4872 | 4872 |
Percent relative to hypothetical aggregate preference value (%) | 97 | 96 |