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Someone who occupies a central role or position of dominance and influence in a group is known as the:
 
  a. leader.
  b. dictator.
  c. boss.
  d. superior.
  e. bully.

Question 2

According to Robert K. Merton, structural strain exists in the United States because
 
  a. opportunities are open to all.
  b. people must go to college in order to become successful.
  c. American culture places a high value on social advancement for all its members, regardless of the circumstances into which they are born.
  d. the legitimate means to achieve the culturally-valued goals are clearly defined.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

c



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