Ben is an economically deprived man who lives in the midst of a group of middle-class people. unable to get a decent job, he joins a group of
low-income individuals in his society. according to the general strain theory, what is the possible reason for ben's action?
a. to make new like-minded friends
b. to provide financial support to his family
c. to cope with the strain of being unable to attain a certain socioeconomic status
d. to seek to get a decent job
e. to commit crimes, such as petty thefts and shoplifting. in groups