The rational choice theory has sprung from older and more experimental collections of hypotheses surrounding what has been essentially, the empirical findings from many scientific investigations into the workings of human nature.
The conceiving and semblance of these social models which are hugely applicable to the methodology expressed through the function of microeconomics within society are also similarly placed to demonstrate that a sizable amount of data is collated using behavioural techniques which are tweaked and made adjustable in order to ensure compatibility with the spontaneous motivational drives displayed by the consumer.
The rational choice perspective has provided a framework under which to organize such information so that individual studies produce more general benefits.
All criminals are rational actors who practice conscious decision making, that simultaneously work towards gaining the maximum benefits of their present situation.
Ideas of limited rationality emphasize the extent to which individuals and groups simplify a decision because of the difficulties of anticipating or considering all alternatives and all information.
[6] Bounded rationality relates to two aspects, one part arising from cognitive limitations and the other from extremes in emotional arousal.
[10] In 2000, O’Grady et al. performed a study which examined the illegal sale of tobacco products to underage youth.
[11] With the use of a rational mind merchants and clerks weigh out the cost benefits and risk factors which are involved in selling cigarettes to underage youth.
For instance, after World War II, the economy of Western countries was booming, and the welfare states were expanding.
[13] Changes to the physical environment have included such measures as better streetscape and building design, improved lighting in public spaces, installations of deadlocks and alarms, property marking and identification, and traffic calming and creation of green belts.
[13] Attempts have been made to extend the range of surveillance of local neighborhood activities, involving such measures as establishment of neighborhood watch committees, employment of private security guards in residences and businesses, antiracist/antifascist organizations and community watch committees to prevent police harassment.
[8] Emotions are a central part of the psychological process of motivation as they heighten the saliency of certain desires, wants, and outcomes and thus energize people to pursue them.