One of the Primary Implications Rational Choice Theory Has for Crime

question 23

Multiple Choice

One of the primary implications rational choice theory has for crime prevention is that _____________.

• A) As part of the offender's decision-making process, they consider the setting in which the crime would occur.
• B) Criminal offenders search nodes, paths, and edges for attractive targets as they move about in their journey to crime.
• C) Potential victims increase their risks of victimization by engaging in deviant and criminal behaviors.
• D) Criminal motivation cannot be altered or eliminated and situational prevention techniques will inevitably lead to displacement.
• E) None of the above.

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Definitions:

Labelling Theory

The assertion that once labelled as deviant, people come to accept the label as part of their identity.

Deviant

Behavior that violates the norms, values, or expectations of a group or society, which can provoke negative or positive reactions from others.

Murder

The unlawful premeditated killing of one human being by another.

Crimes

Acts that violate legal statutes and are punishable by the state or other authority.