Conforming to a social norm, but doing so by showing deviant behavior, is an example of what?

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Innovation in the context of sociological theory, particularly Merton's strain theory, refers to achieving socially acceptable goals through unconventional or deviant means. Conforming to a social norm by showing deviant behavior fits the definition of innovation, as it involves pursuing legitimate objectives (conformity to norms) through illegitimate or non-traditional methods (deviance).

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