Which of the following describes collective behavior?

A. temporary gatherings of closely interacting people with a common focus
B. voluntary, goal-oriented action that occurs in relatively disorganized situations in which society’s predominant social norms and values cease to govern individual behavior
C. norms that are situationally created to support a collective action
D. an illegal, prolonged outbreak of violent behavior by a sizable group of people directed against individuals or property


Ans: B

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