Which of the following is best explained by Merton's strain theory?

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Merton's strain theory suggests that individuals who experience strain due to the gap between their aspirations and their opportunities or means to achieve them are more likely to engage in deviant behavior such as crime. This explanation fits with the crime committed by undereducated and poor individuals, who may feel the strain of their disadvantaged economic and social position.

Which of the Following Is Best Explained by Merton's Strain