According to Merton, ________ explains the high rate of crime by uneducated and poor Americans.
A)conformity
B)innovation
C)retreatism
D)rebellion

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Merton's strain theory suggests that innovation is a response by those who are unable to achieve societal goals through legitimate means, often due to being uneducated and poor, leading them to engage in criminal activities as an alternative way to achieve success.

According to Merton, ________ Explains the High Rate of Crime