According to Robert Merton's strain theory,the term _______ correctly describes the behavior of a radical activist who rejects just about everything in the existing society in favor of some alternative system.
A)innovator
B)ritualist
C)retreatist
D)rebel

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According to Robert Merton's strain theory, the term "rebel" correctly describes the behavior of a radical activist who rejects just about everything in the existing society in favor of some alternative system. The rebel responds to societal strain by rejecting the societal goals and means and advocating for radical change.

According to Robert Merton's Strain Theory,the Term _______ Correctly Describes