Which One of the Following Is the Premise for Rational

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is the premise for rational choice theory?

• A) There are rewards and costs that determine a person's choices.
• B) People act intentionally to achieve goals.
• C) Coercion is the driving force behind all decisions.
• D) Individual choices are only limited by self-generated constraints.

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Definitions:

1876

The year marked by significant events such as the centennial of the United States and the disputed presidential election between Rutherford B. Hayes and Samuel J. Tilden.

Freedpeople

Former slaves who were emancipated during and after the American Civil War.

Reconstruction Era

The period from 1865 to 1877 following the Civil War, focused on rebuilding the United States and integrating formerly enslaved people into society.

Free Labor System

An economic system where workers are not forced or coerced into labor but are paid for their work and can choose their employment.