How does Merton’s strain theory differ from Durkheim’s theory?

What will be an ideal response?


Answers will vary depending upon the concepts chosen. Among these concepts would be Durkheim’s theory of levels of social integration, collective conscience--perhaps countered with Merton’s idea of the discrepancy between the culturally approved goals and the legitimate means to pursue/achieve those goals, and the adaptations that result.

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a. hot pursuit. c. a flood. b. a pregnant woman. d. a fire.

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What's the justification behind granting an offender probation, and how does it allow an offender opportunities that incarceration doesn't?

What will be an ideal response?

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According to the text, it would appear that treatment programs for sex offenders have ______ over the years.

A. become less effective B. improved C. created more offenders D. decreased public safety

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How does genocide differ from war?

What will be an ideal response?

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