Rational choice theory posits that behavior can be swayed by punishment

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Rational choice theory posits that behavior can be swayed by punishment. First, explain rational choice theory and why severity, swiftness, and certainty of punishment are important to the theory. Then, provide real world examples of how our system tries to make punishment severe, swift, and certain. Finally, argue for which of those three (severity, swiftness, or certainty) is most important to deterring criminal behavior.

A papers will fully synthesize the readings, offering insight and showing understanding of the material.

B papers will make reference to the readings, with some problems in logic or argument.

C papers will demonstrate a lack of knowledge or familiarity with readings, or only summarize.

D and E papers will fundamentally fail to address the assignment or show a lack of effort.