Answer the below questions in a minimum of 300 words.
Explore the concept of rationality . How do we know rationality exists? Is it contrary to free will (.e., what do we do about determinism)?
Are there crimes that are obviously more appropriate for rationality theories? Are there crimes obviously less appropriate? Explain your answer.
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Humans live in a world in which behavior is partially determined and partially free will.
Social structures and institutions create the conditions of life for individuals in society.
Conditions of life are the chief determinants of social interactions between people in society and the social activities in which those people engage.
Social interactions and activities create generalized lifestyles, or routine activities, for groups in society. Those lifestyles are more conducive to some pursuits, and less so to others.
To the extent crime occurs in society, lifestyles are a critical element in placing people at risk of victimization and in generating needs that offenders wish to satisfy.
As changes in society produce changes in lifestyles, the general risk of victimization and probability of offending changes accordingly.
Individuals may introduce variation into their general victimization risk through conscious decisions to follow or avoid certain activities and areas. Similarly, offenders may increase or decrease their opportunities and costs.
Those individuals who make lifestyle choices with increased exposure are increasing their risk of victimization by enhancing the cost-benefit gains of potential offenders.