What Does Merton's Modification of Strain Theory Stress

question 1

Multiple Choice

What does Merton's modification of strain theory stress?

• A) Even though criminality is not genetic,tendencies toward criminal behaviour are inherited.
• B) The main source of criminal behaviour is a result of the sexual maladjustments of individuals.
• C) An individual's early socialization within the family determines his or her attitudes toward crime.
• D) Society defines and emphasizes success goals,but does not provide all individuals with equal access to the means of attaining or achieving these goals.

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Definitions:

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change in proportion to the activity of a business.

Contribution Margin

The amount by which sales revenue exceeds variable costs; it contributes towards covering fixed costs and generating profit.

Variable Costs

Charges that adjust in relation to the quantity of goods or services manufactured by a corporation.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change in response to the level of goods or services produced by the business, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.