Which of the Following Best Describes the Rational Choice Theory

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the rational choice theory of crime?

• A) It is a theory that considers criminal behavior to be the predictable result of a person's interaction with his or her environment.
• B) It holds that wrongdoers act as if they weigh the possible benefits of criminal or delinquent activity against the expected costs of being apprehended.
• C) It is the assumption that crime is the result of frustration felt by individuals who cannot reach their financial and personal goals through legitimate means.
• D) It holds that biochemistry, or the chemistry of living matter, can influence criminal behavior.

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Definitions:

Department Store Branch

A subsidiary location of a larger department store company, offering a range of merchandise and services similar to the main store but located in different areas.

Population of Consumers

The total group of individuals who are potential or actual buyers of a product or service within a given market.

Regional Shopping Center

A large retail complex that provides a wide range of goods and services, serving not only the local community but also attracting customers from a broader region.

Psychological Attributes

Characteristics or features of a product or service that influence the mental state or emotional response of consumers.