Which of the Following Contradicts Rational Choice Theory

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contradicts rational choice theory?

• A) Most criminal offenders are rational decision makers when selecting targets.
• B) Most criminal offenders are irrational decision makers when selecting targets.
• C) Short-term costs and benefits are more important in the minds of offenders compared with the long-term repercussions of their actions.
• D) Criminal behaviour is behaviour with a purpose.

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Definitions:

Intrusion

An unauthorized entry or encroachment into someone else's property or personal affairs.

Defamation

The act of making false statements about another person, causing harm to their reputation.

False Communication

The act of knowingly transmitting or conveying incorrect information to another party.

False Light

A type of privacy tort that occurs when someone publicly attributes to an individual views or actions that are misleading or false, but not defamatory.