Sociologist Robert Merton Developed

question 12

Multiple Choice

Sociologist Robert Merton developed

• A) deviance theory.
• B) a defense of white-collar crime.
• C) strain theory.
• D) modern sociology.

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Definitions:

Direct Labor

The wages and benefits paid to workers who are directly involved in the production of goods or services.

Prime Costs

The combined costs of direct materials and direct labor that are directly involved in the production of goods.

Direct Materials Costs

Costs that are directly traceable to the production of specific goods or services, such as raw materials used.

Direct Labor Costs

Expenses related to employees who directly contribute to the production of goods or services, such as wages for assembly line workers.