Which theorist or theory claims that it is readily suited to fuse or absorb concepts from other theories?

a. Merton's strain theory
b. Akers's social learning theory
c. Quinney's conflict theory
d. Hagan's power-control theory


Answer: B

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What will be an ideal response?

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a. True b. False

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