The chapter includes a hypothetical example of a very poor, frugal man who wins the lottery, leaving him with a deep feeling of anomie. His formerly successful pattern for living on a strict budget is no longer necessary, and he lacks a behavioral template by which to live. According to Merton, this is an example of
a.) internalization.
b.) nonconformity.
c.) selfishness.
d.) strain theory.
Ans: d.) strain theory.
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