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   Jan 1, 2013 · “Rational Choice Theory” is an umbrella term for a variety of models explaining social phenomena as outcomes of individual action that can—in some way—be construed as rational.

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3. www.nature.com › articles › s41598/020/73181-2Deviations of rational choice: an integrative explanation of ...

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   Oct 1, 2020 · We will discuss examples in which it is immediately clear that the choice probabilities as predicted by rational choice theory are conceptually counter intuitive.

   • Author: Joost Kruis, Gunter Maris, Maarten Marsman, Maria Bolsinova, Han L. J. van der Maas

   • Publish Year: 2020

4. journals.sagepub.com › doi › 10Rational Choice Theory and Explanation - Frank Lovett, 2006

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   For the most part, people view rational choice theory as a species of intentional explanation; on the best available understanding, however, it should be viewed as contributing to the construction of straightforward causal explanations.

   • Author: Frank Lovett

   • Publish Year: 2006

5. compass.onlinelibrary.wiley.com › doi › fullRevisiting the criticisms of rational choice theories

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   Dec 21, 2021 · Their criticisms are frequently grounded (albeit implicitly) upon the premise that the label “rational choice theory” refers to one single and unified scientific theory of human behavior that offers (causal) explanations of observable choices (e.g., Hausman, 1995).

   • Author: Catherine Herfeld
   • Published: 21 December 2021

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   • Volume: 17, Issue1

6. www.annualreviews.org › content › journalsRational Choice Theory and Empirical Research: Methodological ...

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   Rational choice theory (RCT) constitutes a major approach of sociological theorizing and research in Europe. We review key methodological and theoretical contributions that have arisen from the increasing empirical application of RCT and have the potential to stimulate the development of RCT and sociology more generally.

7. www.jstor.org › stable › 2952549Sociological Rational Choice Theory - JSTOR

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   Rational choice theorists regard both individual values and structural elements as equally important determinants of outcomes, but for methodological reasons their empirical applications typically place greater emphasis on social structural

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   What is rational choice theory?

   • Chapter: Rational Choice Theory. “Rational Choice Theory” is an umbrella term for a variety of models explaining social phenomena as outcomes of individual action that can—in some way—be construed as rational. “Rational behavior” is behavior that is suitable for the realization of specific goals, given the limitations imposed by the situation.

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   What are some criticisms of rational choice?

   • A criticism of Rational Choice Theory in Sociology focuses on its motivational assumptions. Rational choice theorists consider both individual values and structural elements as determinants of outcomes, but their empirical applications typically place greater emphasis on social structural determinants. This is a second criticism of the theory.

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   How does rational choice explain social outcomes?

   • Rational Choice Theory explains social outcomes by constructing models of individual action and social context. The theory is referred to as a "thin" model when it is mute about actors' motivations, while "thick" models specify these motivations explicitly.

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   Why do sociologists reserve about rational choice?

   • Some sociologists' reservations about Rational Choice Theory arise from a misunderstanding of the theory. The first part of this essay therefore introduces Rational Choice as a general theoretical perspective, or family of theories, which explains social outcomes by constructing models of individual action and social context.

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9. www.annualreviews.org › content › journalsSociological Rational Choice Theory | Annual Reviews

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   Sociological Rational Choice Theory. Although rational choice theory has made considerable advances in other social sciences, its progress in sociology has been limited. Some sociologists' reservations about rational choice arise from a misunderstanding of the theory.