Question

The ________ theory developed by Robert Merton is based on the idea that most people want to attain cultural goals, but not everyone has the legitimate means of achieving them. A)illegitimate opportunity B) strain C) labeling D) control

Answer 1

Answer: THE STRAIN THEORY.

The strain theory advanced by Robert Merton states that pressure from society puts pressure on individuals to achieve socially accepted goals, though they lack the means thereby resolving to illegitimate means.

This can be structural, that is caused by the Socio-economic status or individual that is caused by the individual need to satisfy their needs.