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by Username22
30 Mar 2026, 16:35
Forum: Models and estimation
Topic: Scenario prediction with apollo_prediction and respondent-specific BAU: shares vs max(p) vs simulation
Replies: 3
Views: 22776

Re: Scenario prediction with apollo_prediction and respondent-specific BAU: shares vs max(p) vs simulation

Hello Stéphane,

Thank you very much for your reply.

I tried using simChoice = TRUE as suggested, but I am still struggling to fully understand how to interpret the results. I apologise for the follow-up question.

With simChoice = TRUE, I do get an additional column with simulated choices ...
by Username22
26 Mar 2026, 18:31
Forum: Models and estimation
Topic: Scenario prediction with apollo_prediction and respondent-specific BAU: shares vs max(p) vs simulation
Replies: 3
Views: 22776

Scenario prediction with apollo_prediction and respondent-specific BAU: shares vs max(p) vs simulation

Hello Apollo team,

I am estimating labelled mixed logit models in Apollo on household biowaste management. Each choice set includes a respondent-specific
business as usual (BAU) / status quo alternative: “I prefer to keep my current practice.”

My goal is to predict behaviour under policy ...