Completing College,working Hard,and Making Sacrifices Are Examples of Merton's

question 105

Multiple Choice

Completing college,working hard,and making sacrifices are examples of Merton's

• A) institutionalized goals.
• B) institutionalized means.
• C) cultural strain.
• D) cultural means.
• E) cultural goals.

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Definitions:

Catharsis

The process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions, often through art, drama, or other forms of expression.

Aggressive Action

Behavior intended to harm or injure another person, either physically or psychologically.

Behavior Feedback

Information received about one's actions, which can influence future behavior by reinforcing desired behaviors or discouraging undesired ones.

Spontaneous Remission

The unexpected improvement or cure of a disease that typically does not have a favorable prognosis.