Solving Pythagorean Fuzzy Assignment Problems in Management: A Framework Based on Spherical Distance Measures
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Pythagorean Fuzzy Set, Spherical Distance Measure, Exponential Score Function, Assignment ProblemAbstract
In practical scenarios, uncertainty often arises from measurement limitations or incomplete information, making it impossible to obtain exact values for key variables. Additionally, decision-makers may struggle to articulate precise judgments under constraints such as time or limited knowledge. To better capture this ambiguity, fuzzy-based frameworks allow individuals to express their assessments in more flexible terms. Among these, the Pythagorean fuzzy set offers a broader descriptive range than intuitionistic fuzzy sets for representing degrees of membership and non-membership. This paper introduces two approaches based on positive and negative ideal solutions to solve assignment problems under Pythagorean fuzzy conditions by applying a spherical distance measure and a new scoring method. The effectiveness of the proposed technique is illustrated through numerical examples.
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