Dictionary :: Auctions

Glossary of game theory terms.

Bidder's Choice

A multiunit auction mechanism for allocating heterogeneous (different) objects. The highest bidder in the first round selects one object among those offered for sale. Then, a second round commences in which all but the previously selected object are available. The auction continues for as many rounds as there are objects.

updated: 12 August 2005
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