Jack wanted an new ipad, but he did not want to spend the money he was saving for his ski trip. he then considered stealing one from a local bookstore where security was lax. jack deliberated between the pros - new ipad and ski trip and the cons - getting caught for stealing the ipad. given the slipshod security at the bookstore, jack decides to steal an ipad. of the following theories of crime and delinquency, which one best explains jack's behavior?

Choice theory

Explanation:

William Glasser has given the term choice theory.

Choice Theory: This is a psychological representation that describes why people act or behave as they do and how we can construct positive relationships with the one who are valuable to us.

Choice theory states behaviors we choose are principle to our existence.

Our behavior or choices are driven by:

1. Survival

2. Love and belonging

3. Freedom

4. Fun

5. Power

In criminology: The rational choice theory embrace a utilitarian faith that humans are reasoning actors who considers cost and benefits, means and ends, in order to make a logical choice. It was designed by Clarke and Cornish to help in thinking about circumstantial crime prevention.

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