Explain anomie theory of delinquency

What will be an ideal response?


Sociological theory.
Durkheim and Merton studies.
Helplessness of condition.
Work to achieve, some by conventional, some by deviance.
Modes of adaptation: conformity, innovation, ritualism, retreatism, rebellion.

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a. minimum b. medium c. maximum d. supermax

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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