Merton's Social Strain Theory

question 16

Multiple Choice

Merton's social strain theory:

• A) argues that people commit crime because they want to be rich.
• B) argues that people commit crime because they are under pressure to succeed.
• C) argues that people commit crime because they feel they don't have a chance at good jobs.
• D) all of the above.
• E) none of the above.

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