The examination of human behavior within a rational actor model is the focus of which of the following "cousins" of sociology?
A) anthropology
B) economics
C) psychology
D) the biological sciences

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The rational actor model aligns with the assumptions and approach of economics, which focuses on individual decision-making based on rational preferences and self-interest. Anthropology, psychology, and the biological sciences each have their own approaches to studying human behavior, but do not necessarily use the rational actor model as a guiding framework.

The Examination of Human Behavior Within a Rational Actor Model