Peter,disillusioned with the way things are going,decides to live in a hippie commune away from the rest of society.According to Merton's theory,his behavior is an example of

A) conformity.
B) innovation.
C) ritualism.
D) retreatism.

Hippie Commune

A community, typically formed during the 1960s and 1970s, where individuals shared common interests, values, and lifestyles, often focusing on peace, love, and communal living.

Retreatism

A response to strain wherein individuals reject both societal goals and the means to achieve them, often leading to withdrawal from social norms and activities.