According to Merton, Conformity Occurs When __________

question 7

Multiple Choice

According to Merton, conformity occurs when __________.

• A) an individual accepts the cultural goals but not the means for achieving those goals
• B) an individual does not accept the cultural goals but does accept the means for achieving those goals
• C) an individual does not accept either the cultural goals or the means for achieving those goals
• D) an individual accepts both the cultural goals and the means for achieving those goals

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Definitions:

Self-fulfilling Prophesy

A prediction that directly or indirectly causes itself to become true, by the very terms of the prophecy itself, due to positive feedback between belief and behavior.

Rationalization

A defense mechanism where logical, acceptable explanations are given for behaviors that are actually driven by subconscious motives.

Thematic Apperception Test

A projective psychological test that asks respondents to tell stories about ambiguous pictures, aimed at uncovering their underlying thoughts, feelings, and attitudes.

Rorschach Test

A psychological test in which subjects' perceptions of inkblots are recorded and analyzed to assess personality traits and emotions.