How are action and social structure related?

A. Action is when individuals live within the mandates of social structure.
B. Action only occurs when an individual in a powerful position exhibits his or her power.
C. Action is when someone does what is expected of them given their structural position.
D. Action is when individuals act in ways that are not expected or even conflict with their structural position.


Answer: D

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