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:

Manufacturing Overhead

Manufacturing overhead encompasses all costs of manufacturing beyond direct materials and direct labor, including expenses like factory equipment depreciation and quality control.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate calculated before a period begins, used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to production activities based on a certain base, such as direct labor hours or machine hours.

Job Cost

The total cost associated with creating a specific product or completing a specific job, including materials, labor, and overhead.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A calculated rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to individual units of production, based on estimated costs and activity levels.