According to Merton's strain theory,what causes deviance?
A)a gap between institutionalized goals and illegitimate means of achieving those goals
B)structure of society
C)availability of illegitimate opportunities
D)breakdown of social bonds due to rapid social change
E)the need to reduce societal tensions by "letting off steam."

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Merton's strain theory suggests that deviance is caused by a gap between culturally approved goals and the legitimate means available to achieve them, which is related to the structure of society.

According to Merton's Strain Theory,what Causes Deviance