Rational Choice Theory and Institutionalism Quiz

There are few assumptions that are made in the Rational Choice Theory.

It is the individuals who ultimately make actions.

Individuals choose their actions optimally, given their individual preferences, as well as opportunities.

<p>He argues that structures and norms that dictate a single course of choices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>This assumption states that the actor of the individual is concerned entirely with his or her own welfare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It refers to the similarity in form, shape or structure. Institutions arise, change, and persist due to their regulative, normative, and coercive functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>There are four types of Isomorphism functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It operates through coercive isomorphism which places value on expediency as an effect of compliance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Formal institutions and Informal institutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are rules, policies, and norms that are considered official originating from state laws, government, or organizations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Institutions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The &quot;rules of the game&quot;.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A theory where people make choices that maximize their self-interest.

Individual actions are primary in this theory.

People choose best options based on their situation.

Actions are done for personal benefit.

Study of social norms and how they shape actions.

Shared traits across different social groups.

Rules enforce norms, compliance.

Values influence adherence to rules.

Imitating actions or thoughts of others.

Official rules made by government or law.

Unwritten norms broadly accepted and maintained.

Studies how institutions persist and influence behavior.

Individual behavior and interaction in a society.

Shared beliefs, values, and ideas of a society.

How power affects decision-making.

Rank-based structures within organizations.

Challenges to Institutional theory focusing on power & structure acceptance.