Using Robert Merton's Strain Theory, How Would You Classify a Low-Paid

question 80

Multiple Choice

Using Robert Merton's strain theory, how would you classify a low-paid, yet compulsively conforming bank teller who never seems to want to get ahead but never seems to do anything wrong?

• A)innovator
• B)ritualist
• C)retreatist
• D)rebel

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Sales

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Balanced Scorecard

A system for strategic planning and management utilized by organizations to ensure business activities are in line with the organization’s vision and strategy, enhance communications both internally and externally, and track the performance of the organization in relation to its strategic objectives.