According to Merton, anomie results from:
A) an overemphasis on cultural goals and less emphasis on socially legitimate means to achieve the goals
B) improper socialization in the family to teach strong values of right and wrong
C) a disjuncture between one's own goals and the goals of society
D) lack of equal access to legitimate means for achieving socially desirable goals
E) a and d
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