Which of the following characteristics does not apply to a fad?

a. it involves extreme behaviour
b. it involves extensive and anonymous interpersonal interaction
c. it is a short-lived type of collective behaviour
d. it is slow to develop but once popular, fades quickly
e. it frequently involves fun or frivolous behaviours


Ans: d

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