Which of the Following Would Illustrate Rational Action

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would illustrate rational action?

• A) a young woman jumping up and down on the soccer field after scoring the winning goal
• B) a family going to church every holiday season as part of their family tradition
• C) a student deciding whether or not to attend college by analyzing the related costs and benefits
• D) a student starting to cry after finding out he flunked an exam

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Definitions:

Structural Strain Theory

A sociological theory that views deviance as the result of a disconnect between societal goals and the means available to achieve them.

Robert Merton

An influential American sociologist best known for his theories on social structure, anomie, and for developing the concept of the self-fulfilling prophecy.

Financial Success

Denotes achieving significant monetary gain or wealth accomplishment through various means like investments, career progression, or entrepreneurship.

David Matza

A sociologist known for his work on the theory of delinquency and the concept of drift, emphasizing the role of social processes in criminal behavior.