A person who rejects both conventional goals and the means to achieve those goals is an example of a(n) __________ according to Merton’s strain theory
a. innovator
b. ritualist
c. retreatist
d. conformist
Answer: C
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a. neuroimaging b. gerontology c. positivity d. plasticity
Martinson, in his review of prison literature, found that prison rehabilitation programs often fail. Which of the following is not a reason cited for their lack of success?
a. Rehabilitation programs usually provide weak education and therapy. b. Poorly funded existing programs need much improvement. c. Criminals tend to be inherently bad and therefore incorrigible. d. Rehabilitation programs cannot change the social environment to which prisoners return.
One of the latest fads to build corporate teamwork and solidarity is the "cook-off." Which statement best summarizes this activity?
A) Workers meet at a neutral site to "blow off steam" and tell the CEO everything they feel is wrong about the organization. B) Men and women engage in reverse sensitivity training in which the men become the object of harassment by the women. C) Employees call in with the "blue flu" in retaliation for what they perceive as unfair labor practices by management. D) Teams of workers prepare culinary dishes to be judged by professional chefs.
Teenage pregnancy correlates strongly with all of the following except
A. poverty. B. joblessness. C. lower educational attainment. D. the decision to get married.