Which of the following is an example of strain theory?

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Selling street drugs to make money to buy a car is an example of strain theory. The individual is resorting to illegal means (selling drugs) to achieve a socially desirable goal (having a car) due to a lack of legitimate opportunities to achieve that goal. This is consistent with Robert Merton's theory of strain, which suggests that individuals may turn to deviant behavior when they experience a disconnection between their goals and the means available to achieve those goals.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Strain Theory