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RATIONAL CHOICE THEORY (RCT) Definition & Legal Meaning

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Attempts to explain social phenomenon in terms of how self-interested individuals make choices under the influence of their preferences. All parties try to maximize their advantage, and to minimize their disadvantages.

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