Question

In Merton’s strain theory, which of the following means accepting the goal but using unacceptable, or deviant, ways of reaching this goal?
A.Innovation
B.Conformity
C.Retreatism
D.Rebellion

Answer 1

The correct answer is option A.

Explanation

The Merton's strain theory tries to explore different ways that people may react to cultural objectives and the forms of achieving those objectives.

In this case, innovation (option A) is the correct answer because this means accepting the goal but using unacceptable, or atypical ways of reaching it.