Explain the Basic Premises of Three of the Following: Robert

question 31

Essay

Explain the basic premises of three of the following: Robert K. Merton's modified concept of anomie as strain on individual behavior, control theory, conflict theory, or Howard S. Becker's labeling theory. Based on your three choices, suggest one specific strategy each for reducing rates of traditional street crime. Your answer should be one to two paragraphs in length.

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Definitions:

Job Enlargement

An approach to job design that increases the number of different tasks in a job to reduce monotony and improve employee satisfaction.

Scientific Management

A management theory that analyzes and synthesizes workflows with the primary goal of improving economic efficiency, especially labor productivity.

Frederick Taylor

Known as the father of scientific management, he introduced the idea of applying scientific methods to management tasks to improve economic efficiency and labor productivity.

Carefully Calibrate

To adjust or measure something with a high degree of precision and care, ensuring accuracy or optimal performance.