According to Rational Choice Theory, Why Might a Criminal Decide

question 51

Multiple Choice

According to rational choice theory, why might a criminal decide not to commit crime?

• A) The criminal has developed a conscience as he/she matured.
• B) The criminal has legitimate means to achieve financial success and does not need to commit crime.
• C) The criminal perceives that crime is too risky.
• D) The criminal has learned that crime is only one of many solutions to their personal problems.

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