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3 years ago

Criminals weigh costs and benefits before committing crimes, study finds.

The Encyclopedia of Crime and Punishment
Rational Choice Theory
Maude Beaudry‐Cyr

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Rational choice theory suggests that people commit crimes after weighing the benefits and costs. If the benefits outweigh the costs, they may choose to engage in criminal activities.

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