Using the Example of the American Dream,which Behaviour Is Not

question 16

Multiple Choice

Using the example of the American dream,which behaviour is not represented by one of Robert Merton's five types of adaptations according to his structural strain theory?

• A)Bob and Jane are pursuing the American dream by working hard,saving their money and investing in the stock market as a way to get ahead
• B)Kate fully believes in the American dream and works hard as a medical doctor while leading political demonstrations advocating political revolutions to build a better society
• C)George is a hippie that doesn't believe in the American dream and spends most of his days in a marijuana-induced state of bliss
• D)Mary and Mike really want to achieve the American dream but lack skills needed in the job market so they have developed an illegal trade selling term papers to university students

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Definitions:

Monetary Policies

Strategies and actions taken by central banks to control the supply of money in the economy, typically impacting interest rates and aiming to maintain price stability and achieve economic growth.

Currency Supply

The total amount of money available within an economy at any given time, including cash, coins, and bank balances.

Price Stability

The situation in an economy when prices do not change much over time, minimizing uncertainty and fostering a conducive environment for economic planning.

Economic Exposure

The potential risk a company faces in its cash flow, earnings, and foreign investments due to changes in exchange rates and foreign exchange market conditions.