The view that crime is a function of a decision-making process in which the prospective offender weighs the potential costs and benefits of an illegal act is known as ________ theory.

A. recidivism choice
B. recidivism criminology
C. rational criminology
D. rational choice


Answer: D

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a. True b. False

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. NORTHCOM b. Navy SEALS c. Department of Homeland Security d. Terrorist National Guard

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a. true b. false

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