Which Researcher Found That Boys in the Lower Working Class

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which researcher found that boys in the lower working class who are frustrated with their positions in life often joined in delinquent subcultures that rejected middle-class values and replaced them with norms that celebrate defiance?

• A) Albert Cohen
• B) Robert Merton
• C) Émile Durkheim
• D) Kingsley Davis

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Definitions:

Feeling Rule

Social norms that dictate the appropriate emotions to be expressed in different situations, influencing how individuals manage their emotional responses.

Independent Self

A psychological concept referring to individuals who define themselves in terms of their personal attributes, achievements, and goals.

Autonomous Person

An individual who acts independently or self-sufficiently, often making decisions based on personal beliefs and values.

Group Goals

Objectives or outcomes that a group aims to achieve collectively, which can influence the direction and dynamics of group activities and interactions.