What mode of adaptive behavior rejects socially accepted goals but accepts the culturally approved means to achieve them?
A) conformity
B) ritualism
C) retreatism
D) innovation

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Ritualism is a mode of adaptive behavior in which an individual rejects socially accepted goals such as wealth and success, but still conforms to the culturally approved means of achieving them, such as education and hard work. This can be seen in individuals who have given up on achieving success but still work hard and follow the rules.

What Mode of Adaptive Behavior Rejects Socially Accepted Goals but Accepts