A family wins a multimillion-dollar lottery. They can now buy whatever they want but they are still unhappy. How would Emile Durkheim explain this?
A. The money came from gambling, and the family is embarrassed about that fact.
B. People are more satisfied when they understand and stay within limits and boundaries.
C. The family ultimately feels guilty because other people they know are still struggling.
D. They are just unhappy people with a disposition toward being glum.
Answer: B
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