A man tries to find unconventional and even illegal ways of making money. Into what category does this fit, according to Robert Merton's typology?
A) ritualism
B) rebellion
C) innovation
D) retreatism

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The man trying to find unconventional and even illegal ways of making money fits into the innovation category of Robert Merton's typology. Innovation refers to individuals who accept the goals of society but use unconventional means to achieve them. In this case, the man accepts the goal of making money but uses illegal means to achieve it, making him an innovator.

A Man Tries to Find Unconventional and Even Illegal Ways