Merton's strain theory stresses
a. The idea that although criminal behavior is not inherited, tendencies toward criminal behavior are inherited.
b. The importance of a person's early family environment in determining attitudes towards crime.
c. The sexual maladjustments of people as a main source of crime.
d. The idea that American society emphasizes common success goals without providing equal access to the means of obtaining them.
Answer: D
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