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Merton attributed deviance to "anomie" meaning ?

Correct answer: A. lack of legitimate means to attain group goals

  • A. lack of legitimate means to attain group goals
  • B. mental retardation
  • C. neurosis
  • D. wild mood swings

Explanation

For Merton, anomie arises when society promotes goals but access to legitimate means of achieving them is unequal or blocked. This gap can encourage deviant adaptations such as innovation.

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