According to Robert Merton's theory of anomie/strain, what causes strain?

What will be an ideal response?


A discrepancy between societal goals and the means available to achieve them

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Beyond recruitment and selection considerations, probation officers are also required to complete a ______ program sponsored by their particular state of employment.

A. physical fitness B. training C. mental health D. weapons

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A substance with a chemical structure substantially similar to the chemical structure of a controlled substance.

a. Controlled substance b. Counterfeit substance c. Controlled substance analogue d. Narcotic Drug

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The grand jury originally was created as a check against the:

A) ?defense attorney. B) ?prosecution. C) ?judge. D) shire reeve. E) ?sheriff.

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The African American population is largely concentrated in:

a. California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois. b. Hawaii, New Mexico, California, Texas, and New York. c. the Southwest United States. d. the Southeast United States.

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