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javeds

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According to Robert K. Merton, which of the following factors explains why some poor people resort to crime whereas others do not?
 
  a. some have a tendency to gravitate toward criminal subcultures
  b. the body types of the individuals involved
  c. the degree to which criminal behavior is functional for the larger society
  d. variations in the efficiency of law enforcement agencies

Question 2

Trade unions, the National Rifle Association, and NAACP are all examples of:
 
  a. interest groups
  b. oligarchies
  c. political-action committees
  d. political parties


ErinKing

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Reply #1 on: Jul 1, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

A


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Reply #2 on: Jul 1, 2018
Thank you :)


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